2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1986 Plymouth Turismo
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Plymouth Turismo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Plymouth Turismo 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 456 more horse power than 1986 Plymouth Turismo. (62 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1986 Plymouth Turismo.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 514 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Plymouth Turismo. (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Plymouth Turismo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1986 Plymouth Turismo | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
| Model | CL | Turismo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2460 mm |
