1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (402 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 435 kg more than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (600 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (461 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Valiant | CLS |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 402 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2875 mm |
