2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1970 Porsche Tapiro
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Porsche Tapiro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Porsche Tapiro would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1970 Porsche Tapiro. (220 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1970 Porsche Tapiro.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1970 Porsche Tapiro | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | CL | Tapiro |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2460 mm |
