1971 Mazda Luce vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Luce. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Luce | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Luce | CL |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2620 cc | 6208 cc |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2960 mm |
