1974 Kia Brisa vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 5,786 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL (367 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1974 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1974 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1974 Kia Brisa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Kia Brisa. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1974 Kia Brisa has manual transmission. 1974 Kia Brisa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Kia Brisa | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Brisa | CL |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 5786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2970 mm |
