1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS (305 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 1243 kg more than 1975 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mazda Chante | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Chante | CLS |
Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 3498 cc |
Horse Power | 30 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2875 mm |