1999 Honda Z 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 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Z 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 459 more horse power than 1999 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Z.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 770 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Z. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Z has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Z | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Z | CL |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 831 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 90 L |
