1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 would be higher. At 5,547 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. (142 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560. (454 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 560 | CL |
Year Released | 1986 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5547 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 831 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.8 mm | 87 mm |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2960 mm |