1971 Honda 1300 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 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (429 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1971 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1971 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1971 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Honda 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (699 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 594 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Honda 1300 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 1300 | CL |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 4700 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 429 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5095 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2954 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 90 L |