1971 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Daihatsu Consorte would be higher. At 5,460 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte. (93 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Daihatsu Consorte.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Daihatsu Consorte | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Consorte | CLS |
Year Released | 1971 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1166 cc | 5460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2860 mm |