1973 Innocenti J4 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 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Innocenti J4 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 326 more horse power than 1973 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1973 Innocenti J4.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Innocenti J4. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1973 Innocenti J4 has manual transmission. 1973 Innocenti J4 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 Innocenti J4 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | J4 | CL |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1097 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2960 mm |
