2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1974 Volkswagen SP
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volkswagen SP. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volkswagen SP would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (64 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1974 Volkswagen SP. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1108 kg more than 1974 Volkswagen SP. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volkswagen SP. (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volkswagen SP.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1974 Volkswagen SP | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | CL | SP |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 383 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1998 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2410 mm |
