1974 Innocenti Mini vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 5,439 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (494 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 430 more horse power than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1974 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1299 kg more than 1974 Innocenti Mini. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (800 Nm) has 704 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Innocenti Mini. (96 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Innocenti Mini | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Mini | CL |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 2029 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2830 mm |
