1972 Mazda 616 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 4,662 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 315 kg more than 1972 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda 616 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 616 | GL |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 4662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3080 mm |
