1970 Mazda Familia vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 41 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (432 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1480 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 621 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Familia | CL |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 432 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2954 mm |
