2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Renault Super 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Renault Super 5 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 469 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 765 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | CL | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 831 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2410 mm |
