2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Opel Senator would be higher. At 6,208 cc, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 580 kg more than 1978 Opel Senator.
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 CLS (630 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Opel Senator. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1978 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | CLS | Senator |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 2969 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.2 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 6.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
