2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 1983 Opel Senator
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Opel Senator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Opel Senator would be higher. At 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1983 Opel Senator. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1983 Opel Senator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 441 kg more than 1983 Opel Senator. 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 CLS (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Opel Senator. (189 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Opel Senator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 1983 Opel Senator | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | CLS | Senator |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 189 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
