1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (286 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC weights approximately 826 kg more than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400.
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, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 400 | CLC |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2720 mm |
