2003 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1978 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL (603 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 497 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 960 kg more than 1978 Toyota Mark II. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 830 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1978 Toyota Mark II | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | CL | Mark II |
Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 603 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 1000 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2590 mm |