2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1975 Toyota Corona
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 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona 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 (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 696 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1975 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1975 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1975 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CL | Corona |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 831 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2510 mm |
