2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1977 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Cressida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Cressida 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 293 more horse power than 1977 Toyota Cressida. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1977 Toyota Cressida.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Cressida. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Cressida. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1977 Toyota Cressida has manual transmission. 1977 Toyota Cressida 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 | 1977 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CL | Cressida |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 88.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 61 L |
