1997 Honda Legend vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Legend would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (621 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1997 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 610 kg more than 1997 Honda Legend. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (999 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 701 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Legend. (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Legend | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Legend | CL |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 621 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 2280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2954 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |