1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. (218 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 398 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420. (329 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 420.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Mercedes-Benz 420 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 420 | CL |
Year Released | 1985 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 218 HP | 383 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 329 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1998 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2960 mm |