1973 Toyota Corolla vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 40 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 (4 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (503 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1328 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (830 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 685 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Toyota Corolla | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corolla | CL |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 2183 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1419 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2955 mm |
