1971 Chevrolet Vega vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (429 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1971 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1971 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1971 Chevrolet Vega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Chevrolet Vega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (699 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chevrolet Vega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Vega | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Vega | CL |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 2095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 90 L |
