1986 Pontiac Fiero 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 Pontiac Fiero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac Fiero would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (432 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac Fiero. (140 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac Fiero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1008 kg more than 1986 Pontiac Fiero. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac Fiero. (220 Nm). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac Fiero. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1986 Pontiac Fiero has manual transmission. 1986 Pontiac Fiero will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Pontiac Fiero | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Pontiac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Fiero | CL |
Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2827 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 432 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 700 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5095 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2954 mm |