2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1982 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Toyota Starlet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Toyota Starlet would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 453 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1405 kg more than 1982 Toyota Starlet. 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 740 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1982 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | CL | Starlet |
Year Released | 2008 | 1982 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5513 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 831 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2310 mm |