1973 Mazda 818 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 5,460 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 818.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 818. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1973 Mazda 818 has manual transmission. 1973 Mazda 818 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mazda 818 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 818 | CLS |
Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1270 cc | 5460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2860 mm |