2005 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II weights approximately 320 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. (440 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | CL | Silver Spirit II |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 25.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 107 L |
