2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp. (296 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp. (451 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1989 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | De Tomaso |
| Model | CL | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2610 mm |
