1973 Chrysler 160 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chrysler 160. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chrysler 160 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 409 more horse power than 1973 Chrysler 160. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1973 Chrysler 160. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1973 Chrysler 160. 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 CL (829 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 676 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chrysler 160. (153 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chrysler 160.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler 160 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 160 | CL |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1812 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 829 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2954 mm |
