2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1987 Opel Senator

To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Opel Senator 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 340 more horse power than 1987 Opel Senator. (178 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1987 Opel Senator.

Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Opel Senator. (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Opel Senator.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Mercedes-Benz CL 1987 Opel Senator
Make Mercedes-Benz Opel
Model CL Senator
Year Released 2008 1987
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6208 cc 2969 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 518 HP 178 HP
Engine RPM 6800 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 631 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 5200 RPM 4400 RPM
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4850 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 90 L 70 L


 

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