2005 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 105 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (380 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1973 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
| Model | CL | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3230 mm |
