2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1959 Suzuki Light
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Suzuki Light. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Suzuki Light would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (288 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1959 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1959 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 1189 kg more than 1959 Suzuki Light. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1959 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
| Model | CLS | Light |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 359 cc |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2010 mm |
