2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1974 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
Model | CL | Ninety-Eight |
Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 382 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 103.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 85.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 5900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3230 mm |