1971 Morris Traveller 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 Morris Traveller. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Morris Traveller 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 453 more horse power than 1971 Morris Traveller. (57 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1971 Morris Traveller. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1365 kg more than 1971 Morris Traveller. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Morris Traveller, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (829 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 735 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Morris Traveller. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Morris Traveller.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Morris Traveller | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Morris | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Traveller | CL |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1273 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 829 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2954 mm |
