1992 BMW 530 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 530 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (503 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1992 BMW 530. (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 617 kg more than 1992 BMW 530. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (830 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 530. (309 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 530 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 530 | CL |
Year Released | 1992 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2997 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 503 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 309 Nm | 830 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 2183 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5095 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2130 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1419 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2955 mm |