1977 Toyota Century vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Century would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Century. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 337 kg more than 1977 Toyota Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Century. (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Toyota Century | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Century | CL |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3374 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 157 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 2102 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5065 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2954 mm |