1988 Buick Reatta vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Reatta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Reatta would be higher. At 5,439 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (494 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1988 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 493 kg more than 1988 Buick Reatta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (800 Nm) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Reatta. (285 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Reatta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Reatta | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Reatta | CL |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 2029 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 88 L |
