1978 Seat 127 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Seat 127 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 557 more horse power than 1978 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1536 kg more than 1978 Seat 127. 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 rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Seat 127, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 935 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 127. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Seat 127 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Seat | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 127 | CL |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 64 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 2241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 5065 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2954 mm |