2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1966 Toyota Corolla
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 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 451 more horse power than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1966 Toyota Corolla.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 538 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Toyota Corolla. (93 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1966 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CL | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
