1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (429 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1986 Avanti Avanti. (203 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1986 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 395 kg more than 1986 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (699 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Avanti Avanti | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Avanti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Avanti | CL |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 429 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 2095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5095 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2954 mm |