2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (470 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 427 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. 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 (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 636 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Simca |
| Model | CLS | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 944 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 470 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2230 mm |
