1976 BMW 633 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 633. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 633 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL (315 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1976 BMW 633. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 633. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 576 kg more than 1976 BMW 633. 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL (471 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 633. (285 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 633. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1976 BMW 633 has manual transmission. 1976 BMW 633 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 633 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 633 | CL |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 471 Nm |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |
