2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 6,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (508 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. (185 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 135 kg more than 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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 CLS (630 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix. (434 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1970 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | CLS | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 6547 cc |
| Horse Power | 508 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3010 mm |
