2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1970 Renault 10
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 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Renault 10 would be higher. At 4,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1970 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1970 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1970 Renault 10. 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 (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1970 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | CLS | 10 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4964 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2280 mm |
