2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1975 Chrysler Centura
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Centura. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Centura would be higher. At 2,143 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Centura. (118 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 685 kg more than 1975 Chrysler Centura. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler Centura. (176 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler Centura.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1975 Chrysler Centura | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chrysler |
Model | CLS | Centura |
Year Released | 2012 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2143 cc | 1981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1882 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1417 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2875 mm | 2680 mm |