1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (536 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 503 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1710 kg more than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (799 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 760 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Minica | CL |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 358 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 536 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 799 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2954 mm |