1992 BMW 850 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 850 would be higher. At 5,576 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1992 BMW 850. (380 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 850.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 850. (550 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 850. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1992 BMW 850 has manual transmission. 1992 BMW 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 850 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 850 | CL |
Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5576 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 831 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |