1968 Mazda Familia vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL (603 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 554 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1415 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 921 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Familia | 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Familia | CL |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 603 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 88 L |
