2006 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1971 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Vauxhall Firenza would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 440 more horse power than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (701 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 610 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. (91 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1971 Vauxhall Firenza has manual transmission. 1971 Vauxhall Firenza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1971 Vauxhall Firenza | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Vauxhall |
| Model | CL | Firenza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 701 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2470 mm |
