1969 Mazda Luce vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Luce 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 359 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 945 kg more than 1969 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mazda Luce. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (699 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 581 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mazda Luce | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Luce | CL |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 2095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 90 L |
