2004 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1970 Opel GT
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel GT would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1970 Opel GT. (66 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1970 Opel GT.
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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Opel GT. (85 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Opel GT. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1970 Opel GT has manual transmission. 1970 Opel GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1970 Opel GT | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | CL | GT |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 1100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 61 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 99 L | 53 L |
