1977 Chrysler Sedan vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler Sedan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler Sedan would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Sedan. (201 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Sedan.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler Sedan. (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler Sedan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Sedan | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sedan | CL |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2960 mm |
