1972 Mazda Chante vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 5,786 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL (367 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1465 kg more than 1972 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mazda Chante | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Chante | CL |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 5786 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2970 mm |
