1976 Mazda Familia vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (288 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1976 Mazda Familia. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1976 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 935 kg more than 1976 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mazda Familia. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mazda Familia | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Familia | CLS |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 3498 cc |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2860 mm |