2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1985 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Pontiac Firebird 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 374 more horse power than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. (133 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1985 Pontiac Firebird.
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 408 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Pontiac Firebird. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1985 Pontiac Firebird has manual transmission. 1985 Pontiac Firebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1985 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
Model | CLS | Firebird |
Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6206 cc | 2827 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 507 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 631 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.2 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 75.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |