1985 Porsche 930 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (613 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1985 Porsche 930. (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1985 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 945 kg more than 1985 Porsche 930. 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 (999 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 568 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Porsche 930. (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Porsche 930.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Porsche 930 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Porsche | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 930 | CL |
Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 3299 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 297 HP | 613 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 431 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.4 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.0 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5106 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2139 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1428 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2955 mm |