2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1986 Toyota Century
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 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Toyota Century would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1986 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1986 Toyota Century.
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 (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1986 Toyota Century | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
Model | CL | Century |
Year Released | 2008 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 383 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2870 mm |