2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1969 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (494 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Publica. (38 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1397 kg more than 1969 Toyota Publica. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 738 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Publica. (62 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1969 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | CL | Publica |
Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5513 cc | 790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 494 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 800 Nm | 62 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 678 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2170 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |