2011 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1970 Ford Escort
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Escort would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (536 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 498 more horse power than 1970 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1375 kg more than 1970 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (799 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 731 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1970 Ford Escort | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | CL | Escort |
Year Released | 2011 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 536 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 799 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5105 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1427 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2954 mm | 2400 mm |