1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. (185 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 240 kg more than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 300 | CL |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.2 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 88 L |
