1998 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1989 Pontiac Bonneville

To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 5,786 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL (367 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1989 Pontiac Bonneville. (148 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1989 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 455 kg more than 1989 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1998 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 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Bonneville, 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac Bonneville. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Pontiac Bonneville.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Mercedes-Benz CL 1989 Pontiac Bonneville
Make Mercedes-Benz Pontiac
Model CL Bonneville
Year Released 1998 1989
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5786 cc 3791 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 367 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 4400 RPM
Torque 530 Nm 271 Nm
Torque RPM 5300 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 96.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87 mm 86.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 8.5:1
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1955 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 5000 mm 5060 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2970 mm 2820 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 68 L


 

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