1994 Porsche 968 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (536 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1994 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1994 Porsche 968. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 780 kg more than 1994 Porsche 968. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (799 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Porsche 968 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Porsche | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 968 | CL |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2989 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 536 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 799 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 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 | 1400 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 90 L |
