2000 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 289 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL. (315 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 20 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 SL (999 Nm) has 528 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL. (471 Nm). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CL | SL |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 2066 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |
