2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC vs. 1965 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1965 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC weights approximately 1560 kg more than 1965 Ford Zodiac. 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 CLC (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Zodiac. (190 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC | 1965 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | CLC | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.9 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 45 L |
