2009 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 585 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (830 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | CL | 600 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5512 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 830 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 112 L |