1970 Mazda Familia vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 453 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1395 kg more than 1970 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 750 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mazda Familia | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Familia | CL |
Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 831 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2960 mm |