1974 Mazda Luce vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mazda Luce. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mazda Luce would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 411 more horse power than 1974 Mazda Luce. (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1974 Mazda Luce. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1577 kg more than 1974 Mazda Luce. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Luce. (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Luce.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mazda Luce | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Luce | CL |
Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2620 cc | 6208 cc |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 631 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 2832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2960 mm |