1995 BMW Dinan vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW Dinan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW Dinan 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 192 more horse power than 1995 BMW Dinan. (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW Dinan.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW Dinan. (403 Nm). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW Dinan. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW Dinan has manual transmission. 1995 BMW Dinan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW Dinan | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dinan | CL |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2960 mm |
