2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 268 kg more than 1975 Plymouth Volare. 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
Model | CLS | Volare |
Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4964 cc | 5210 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 333 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2870 mm |