1997 BMW 850 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW 850 would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1997 BMW 850. (329 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1997 BMW 850.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 BMW 850. (490 Nm). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 BMW 850.
Compare all specifications:
1997 BMW 850 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 850 | CL |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5379 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 329 HP | 383 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 530 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 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 |