1978 BMW 628 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW 628 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (536 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1978 BMW 628. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW 628.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (799 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 539 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW 628. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW 628 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 628 | CL |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 536 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 799 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
