2005 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 340 kg more than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 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 (460 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (271 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1987 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
| Model | CL | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2830 mm |
