1999 Alfa Romeo Bella vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (432 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella. (223 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella.
Because 2011 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 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella, 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella. (282 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella has manual transmission. 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo Bella | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Bella | CL |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 432 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 282 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1417 mm |
