2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco
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 Volkswagen Scirocco. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 312 more horse power than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (70 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco has manual transmission. 1975 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | CL | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 1455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |
