1989 Buick Electra vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1989 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1989 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 310 kg more than 1989 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Buick Electra, 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Buick Electra | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Electra | CL |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2860 mm |