1975 Mazda 818 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 6,208 cc, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (508 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 440 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1975 Mazda 818. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (630 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 538 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 818. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1975 Mazda 818 has manual transmission. 1975 Mazda 818 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mazda 818 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 818 | CLS |
Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 6208 cc |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 508 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2860 mm |