2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1975 Toyota Corona

To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Corona. (84 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1975 Toyota Corona. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 696 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Corona. (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Corona. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1975 Toyota Corona has manual transmission. 1975 Toyota Corona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Mercedes-Benz CL 1975 Toyota Corona
Make Mercedes-Benz Toyota
Model CL Corona
Year Released 2008 1975
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5513 cc 1587 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 510 HP 84 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 831 Nm 135 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87 mm 77 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 2185 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 5000 mm 4260 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2510 mm