1961 Austin 7 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin 7 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (429 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1485 kg more than 1961 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (699 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 639 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 7 | CL |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 2095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |
