1999 Audi S8 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 Audi S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi S8 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1999 Audi S8. (247 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi S8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 470 kg more than 1999 Audi S8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Audi S8 will offer significantly more control. 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 (829 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi S8. (330 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S8 | CL |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4170 cc | 5500 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 | 829 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5095 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2954 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.7 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |