2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1969 Seat 1430
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 6,206 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 437 more horse power than 1969 Seat 1430. (70 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1969 Seat 1430.
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 CLS (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Seat 1430. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1969 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
| Model | CLS | 1430 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6206 cc | 1436 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 507 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2430 mm |
