2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1974 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (288 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Celica. (78 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 765 kg more than 1974 Toyota Celica. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (365 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Celica. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1974 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CLS | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
