1991 Audi 100 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 100 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (429 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1991 Audi 100. (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1991 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 589 kg more than 1991 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (699 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 449 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Audi 100. (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 100 | CL |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 2095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1417 mm |
