2008 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2003 TVR Tamora
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 TVR Tamora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 TVR Tamora 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 33 more horse power than 2003 TVR Tamora. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2003 TVR Tamora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 965 kg more than 2003 TVR Tamora. 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 (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 TVR Tamora. (381 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 TVR Tamora. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2003 TVR Tamora has manual transmission. 2003 TVR Tamora 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 | 2003 TVR Tamora | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | TVR |
| Model | CL | Tamora |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 383 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 531 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
