2005 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1979 Porsche 930
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1979 Porsche 930. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1979 Porsche 930. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 630 kg more than 1979 Porsche 930. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm) has 269 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Porsche 930. (431 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Porsche 930.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1979 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | CL | 930 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
