2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1978 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 548 more horse power than 1978 Triumph Spitfire. (56 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1978 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 970 kg more than 1978 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 899 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Triumph Spitfire. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1978 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Triumph |
Model | CL | Spitfire |
Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 604 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 1000 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 33 L |