1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250.
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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 250 | CL |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2778 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 99 L |
