1992 BMW 540 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 540 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1992 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 540. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 520 kg more than 1992 BMW 540. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 599 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 540. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 540.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 540 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 540 | CL |
Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1721 kg | 2241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5065 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2954 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.2 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |