1986 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 20 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 4,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. (178 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 355 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.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 300. (255 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 300 | CL |
Year Released | 1986 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 4964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 88 L |