1970 Mazda Luce vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 6,206 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 437 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Luce. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Luce. (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Luce | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Luce | CLS |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 6206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 507 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2860 mm |
