2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1970 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac Firebird. (173 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac Firebird.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Pontiac Firebird. (421 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1970 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
Model | CL | Firebird |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 6547 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 382 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 421 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 104.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 95.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |