1972 Fiat 125 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS

To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (305 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 775 kg more than 1972 Fiat 125. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 CLS (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 125. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1972 Fiat 125 has manual transmission. 1972 Fiat 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Fiat 125 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
Make Fiat Mercedes-Benz
Model 125 CLS
Year Released 1972 2012
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1608 cc 3498 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 90 HP 305 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 131 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 12.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 161 km/hour 250 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual 7-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 960 kg 1735 kg
Vehicle Length 4230 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1882 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1417 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2875 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 80 L


 

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