2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1980 Porsche 924
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1980 Porsche 924. (174 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1980 Porsche 924.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Porsche 924. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Porsche 924. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1980 Porsche 924 has manual transmission. 1980 Porsche 924 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1980 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | CL | 924 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |
