1973 Honda 1300 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1530 kg more than 1973 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Honda 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (459 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 1300 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1300 | GL |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 4700 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 100 L |
