1987 Buick Skylark vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (621 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 473 more horse power than 1987 Buick Skylark. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1987 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick Skylark, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (999 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 782 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Skylark. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Skylark.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Skylark | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Skylark | CL |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 621 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 2280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2954 mm |