2006 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,786 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL (367 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera.
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, 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera (542 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL. (530 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera has manual transmission. 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Brera | CL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 5786 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
