2009 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1974 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Suzuki Fronte would be higher. At 5,459 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 745 kg more than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 488 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1974 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
| Model | CL | Fronte |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 355 cc |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 30 L |
