2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1972 Seat 1430
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1972 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1972 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 800 kg more than 1972 Seat 1430. 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 CLS (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1972 Seat 1430 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
Model | CLS | 1430 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2430 mm |