2005 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1998 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 930 kg more than 1998 TVR Speed 12.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. (700 Nm). This means 1998 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1998 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | TVR |
| Model | CL | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 57 L |
