1993 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,786 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL (367 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz S. (317 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 45 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL.
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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz S. (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz S | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S | CL |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4971 cc | 5786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 88 L |
