2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1967 Renault 10
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Renault 10 would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (470 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 428 more horse power than 1967 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1967 Renault 10. 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 (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 623 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1967 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | CLS | 10 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 470 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
