2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1958 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 835 kg more than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. 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 CLS (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1958 Vauxhall Victor has manual transmission. 1958 Vauxhall Victor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1958 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Vauxhall |
Model | CLS | Victor |
Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2985 cc | 1507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2500 mm |