2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1966 Renault 8
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Renault 8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Renault 8 would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1966 Renault 8. (47 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1966 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1966 Renault 8. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Renault 8. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Renault 8. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1966 Renault 8 has manual transmission. 1966 Renault 8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1966 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | CL | 8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 383 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 38 L |
