1983 Buick Electra vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Buick Electra would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1983 Buick Electra. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1983 Buick Electra.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Buick Electra. (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Buick Electra | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Electra | CL |
Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 631 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 90 L |