1971 Mazda Familia vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1121 kg more than 1971 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Familia | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Familia | CL |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2720 mm |
