2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort 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 321 more horse power than 1975 Ford Escort. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1975 Ford Escort. 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 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1975 Ford Escort | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | CL | Escort |
Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 383 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 531 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2410 mm |