1972 Lancia 2000 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Lancia 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Lancia 2000 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 396 more horse power than 1972 Lancia 2000. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1972 Lancia 2000.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 660 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Lancia 2000. (171 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Lancia 2000. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1972 Lancia 2000 has manual transmission. 1972 Lancia 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Lancia 2000 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 2000 | CL |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 831 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2960 mm |
