1971 Holden Monaro vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1971 Holden Monaro. (271 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1971 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 830 kg more than 1971 Holden Monaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (829 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Holden Monaro. (490 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Holden Monaro. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1971 Holden Monaro has manual transmission. 1971 Holden Monaro will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Monaro | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Holden | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Monaro | CL |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 829 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2954 mm |
