2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR would be higher. At 6,898 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (613 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (790 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR has manual transmission. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR 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 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CL | CLK GTR |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 6898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 613 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 631 Nm | 790 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
