1998 Porsche 911 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL. (423 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 825 kg more than 1998 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Porsche 911. (665 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Porsche 911 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Porsche | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 911 | CL |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 665 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1419 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2955 mm |
