1996 BMW 545 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 545 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (613 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1996 BMW 545. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 595 kg more than 1996 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (999 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 559 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 545. (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 545.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 545 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 545 | CL |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 613 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5106 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2139 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1428 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2955 mm |