1998 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1956 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 5,786 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL (367 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1956 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1956 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1415 kg more than 1956 Suzuki Light. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1956 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
| Model | CL | Light |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 5786 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 367 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2010 mm |
