2005 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1972 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 455 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1972 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm) has 638 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1972 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CL | Publica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2170 mm |
