1997 Toyota Supra vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 5,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (503 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Supra. (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Supra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 563 kg more than 1997 Toyota Supra. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (830 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Supra. (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Supra.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Toyota Supra | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Supra | CL |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 503 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 830 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2183 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5095 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2130 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1419 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2955 mm |