2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1981 Pontiac 1000
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Pontiac 1000 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 446 more horse power than 1981 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1981 Pontiac 1000.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 722 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Pontiac 1000. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1981 Pontiac 1000 has manual transmission. 1981 Pontiac 1000 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 | 1981 Pontiac 1000 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | CL | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 831 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2400 mm |
