1992 BMW 545 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 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 545 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 545. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 591 kg more than 1992 BMW 545. 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 579 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 545. (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 545 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 545 | CL |
Year Released | 1992 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2241 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5065 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1417 mm |