2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1978 Volkswagen Polo
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 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volkswagen Polo 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 461 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen Polo. (49 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen Polo.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 754 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen Polo. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen Polo. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1978 Volkswagen Polo has manual transmission. 1978 Volkswagen Polo 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 | 1978 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Volkswagen |
| Model | CL | Polo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 1093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 831 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 72 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 35 L |
