2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 353 more horse power than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. (251 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 48 kg more than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 648 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | 1994 Oldsmobile Aurora | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
| Model | CL | Aurora |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5980 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 1001 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
