1980 Mercedes-Benz 280 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (503 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 683 kg more than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (830 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 590 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Mercedes-Benz 280 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 280 | CL |
Year Released | 1980 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2746 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 503 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 830 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2183 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5095 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2130 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1419 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2955 mm |