1974 Toyota Publica vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (305 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 980 kg more than 1974 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Toyota Publica | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Publica | CLS |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1164 cc | 3498 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2875 mm |
