2006 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1992 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Opel Calibra would be higher. At 5,506 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 1992 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 695 kg more than 1992 Opel Calibra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 627 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1992 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | CL | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5506 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
