1973 Toyota Corolla vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (518 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 420 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (699 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 554 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Toyota Corolla | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corolla | CLS |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2875 mm |
