2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1971 Renault 10
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 10 would be higher. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS (469 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 422 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1971 Renault 10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 605 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1971 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | CLS | 10 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5438 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 469 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
