1994 BMW 740 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 740 would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1994 BMW 740. (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1994 BMW 740.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 BMW 740. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 740 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 740 | CL |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2960 mm |
