1975 Austin 1800 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (429 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1975 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1975 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 905 kg more than 1975 Austin 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Austin 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (699 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 559 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin 1800 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1800 | CL |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 90 L |
