2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1974 Toyota Century
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 Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Century would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Century. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Century weights approximately 540 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
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 (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Century. (271 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1974 Toyota Century | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | CLS | Century |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 3376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 382 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2870 mm |