2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1990 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP) has 275 more horse power than 1990 Pontiac Trans Am. (235 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1990 Pontiac Trans Am. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 504 kg more than 1990 Pontiac Trans Am. 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) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Pontiac Trans Am. (447 Nm). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Pontiac Trans Am.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1990 Pontiac Trans Am | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
Model | CL | Trans Am |
Year Released | 2008 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5513 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 235 HP |
Torque | 831 Nm | 447 Nm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2185 kg | 1681 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2570 mm |