1974 Honda 1300 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1974 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 1974 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1620 kg more than 1974 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Honda 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Honda 1300 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1300 | GL |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 5500 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 100 L |
