1971 Mazda 110 S 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 Mazda 110 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda 110 S would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 402 more horse power than 1971 Mazda 110 S. (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda 110 S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1971 Mazda 110 S. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (829 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 687 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda 110 S | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 110 S | CL |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 5500 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 829 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2954 mm |
