1993 BMW 5.8 vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW 5.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW 5.8 would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 315 kg more than 1993 BMW 5.8.
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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,000 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW 5.8. (786 Nm). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW 5.8. 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1993 BMW 5.8 has manual transmission. 1993 BMW 5.8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW 5.8 | 2003 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 5.8 | CL |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5800 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 603 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 786 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
