1975 Lancia Beta vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (429 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1975 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1975 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1975 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (699 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 591 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Lancia Beta. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1975 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1975 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Beta | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Beta | CL |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 90 L |
