1960 Suzuki Light vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 496 more horse power than 1960 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1960 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1675 kg more than 1960 Suzuki Light. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (829 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 795 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Suzuki Light | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Suzuki | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Light | CL |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 5500 cc |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 829 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 2215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5065 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2954 mm |
