1994 Porsche 928 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1994 Porsche 928. (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1994 Porsche 928. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 556 kg more than 1994 Porsche 928. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 928. (409 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 928.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 928 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Porsche | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 928 | CL |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 409 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5065 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 90 L |
