2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1969 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 479 more horse power than 1969 Reliant Rebel. (31 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1969 Reliant Rebel. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1610 kg more than 1969 Reliant Rebel. 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 (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 779 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Reliant Rebel. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Reliant Rebel. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1969 Reliant Rebel has manual transmission. 1969 Reliant Rebel 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 | 1969 Reliant Rebel | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Reliant |
| Model | CL | Rebel |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 831 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2270 mm |
