1977 Kia Brisa vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (621 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 568 more horse power than 1977 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1977 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1490 kg more than 1977 Kia Brisa. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (999 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 930 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Kia Brisa. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Kia Brisa. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1977 Kia Brisa has manual transmission. 1977 Kia Brisa 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:
1977 Kia Brisa | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Brisa | CL |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 985 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 621 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 5105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2954 mm |