1999 Audi S8 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi S8 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1999 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi S8.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi S8.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi S8 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S8 | CL |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 831 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |