2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1997 Porsche 993
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche 993. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche 993 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 228 more horse power than 1997 Porsche 993. (282 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1997 Porsche 993.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Porsche 993. (341 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Porsche 993. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1997 Porsche 993 has manual transmission. 1997 Porsche 993 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 | 1997 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | CL | 993 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 831 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2280 mm |
