2005 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 481 more horse power than 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 356 kg more than 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,001 Nm) has 723 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (278 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1982 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
Model | CL | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5982 cc | 4129 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 604 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 1001 Nm | 278 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2111 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3030 mm |