2005 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1989 Toyota Century
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Century 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 (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Century. (154 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 85 kg more than 1989 Toyota Century. 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 (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1989 Toyota Century | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | CL | Century |
Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 460 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2870 mm |