2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1988 Toyota Model F
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Model F. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Model F would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (475 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 1988 Toyota Model F. (76 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1988 Toyota Model F. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 430 kg more than 1988 Toyota Model F. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (630 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Model F. (140 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Model F.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1988 Toyota Model F | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CLS | Model F |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 1812 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 475 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2240 mm |
