1989 Avanti Avanti vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1989 Avanti Avanti. (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1989 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 382 kg more than 1989 Avanti Avanti. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Avanti Avanti. (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Avanti Avanti | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Avanti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Avanti | CL |
Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 2086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 5065 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2954 mm |