1973 Honda 145 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 145 would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1973 Honda 145 has manual transmission. 1973 Honda 145 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 145 | CL |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1432 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2960 mm |
