1990 Porsche 928 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Porsche 928 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 315 more horse power than 1990 Porsche 928. (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1990 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 750 kg more than 1990 Porsche 928. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (999 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 591 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Porsche 928. (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Porsche 928 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Porsche | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 928 | CL |
Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4664 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 621 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2954 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 90 L |