2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. (248 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 775 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL.
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 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | CL | 600 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 383 HP | 248 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 531 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |