1952 Austin A 70 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 674 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 70 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 70 | CL |
Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 831 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 90 L |