2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1963 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Triumph Vitesse would be higher. At 6,208 cc, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (508 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 438 more horse power than 1963 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1963 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1963 Triumph Vitesse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (630 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1963 Triumph Vitesse | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Triumph |
| Model | CLS | Vitesse |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1596 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.2 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |
