2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1981 Porsche 928
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1981 Porsche 928. (238 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1981 Porsche 928.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Porsche 928. (356 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Porsche 928. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1981 Porsche 928 has manual transmission. 1981 Porsche 928 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1981 Porsche 928 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | CL | 928 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 4472 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 382 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 356 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 85 L |