2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Comet 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 428 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 422 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (209 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
| Model | CL | Comet |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 3272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2800 mm |
