2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1975 Sunbeam Rapier
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Sunbeam Rapier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Sunbeam Rapier 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 (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1975 Sunbeam Rapier. (79 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1975 Sunbeam Rapier.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 404 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Sunbeam Rapier. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Sunbeam Rapier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1975 Sunbeam Rapier | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Sunbeam |
| Model | CL | Rapier |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
