2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC vs. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph would be higher. At 5,377 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 835 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC. 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, 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC. (250 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph has automatic transmission and 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC has manual transmission. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC | 1998 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | CLC | Silver Seraph |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 5377 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 94 L |
