2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Sunbird 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 263 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (247 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (436 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Holden |
| Model | CL | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 5044 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 831 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2590 mm |
