2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1976 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Pontiac Bonneville would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Pontiac Bonneville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 79 kg more than 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 458 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Pontiac Bonneville. (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1976 Pontiac Bonneville | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
Model | CL | Bonneville |
Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5513 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 831 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 2106 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3140 mm |