1997 Oldsmobile SS 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 Oldsmobile SS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Oldsmobile SS would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (429 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1997 Oldsmobile SS. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1997 Oldsmobile SS.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Oldsmobile SS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will offer significantly more control. 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 (699 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Oldsmobile SS. (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Oldsmobile SS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Oldsmobile SS | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | SS | CL |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1872 mm |
