2012 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1987 Ford Telstar
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 416 more horse power than 1987 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1987 Ford Telstar. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Telstar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (829 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 671 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Telstar. (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1987 Ford Telstar | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | CL | Telstar |
Year Released | 2012 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 829 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2220 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5095 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2954 mm | 2520 mm |