2006 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1970 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 5,982 cc, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 542 more horse power than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (62 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 940 kg more than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 905 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Toyota Sprinter. (96 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1970 Toyota Sprinter | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | CL | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2006 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5982 cc | 1166 cc |
Horse Power | 604 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 1001 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2340 mm |