2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1986 Porsche 911
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 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Porsche 911 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 290 more horse power than 1986 Porsche 911. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1986 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Porsche 911. (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Porsche 911. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1986 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1986 Porsche 911 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 | 1986 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | CL | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
