1998 BMW 318 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW 318 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1998 BMW 318. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 905 kg more than 1998 BMW 318. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (829 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 649 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW 318 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 318 | CL |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1893 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 829 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 5095 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2954 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |