1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM would be higher. At 5,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM (664 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. (303 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 280 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM.
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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM (773 Nm) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. (460 Nm). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | CLK LM | CL |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 664 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 773 Nm | 460 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 88 L |