1973 Innocenti Mini 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 Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Innocenti Mini 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 329 more horse power than 1973 Innocenti Mini. (53 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1973 Innocenti Mini.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Innocenti Mini. (76 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Innocenti Mini. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1973 Innocenti Mini has manual transmission. 1973 Innocenti Mini 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 Mini | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mini | CL |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2960 mm |
