1998 BMW Pickster 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 Pickster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 BMW Pickster would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (432 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1998 BMW Pickster. (317 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1998 BMW Pickster.
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 (700 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 BMW Pickster. (345 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 BMW Pickster. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1998 BMW Pickster has manual transmission. 1998 BMW Pickster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 BMW Pickster | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Pickster | CL |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3201 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 432 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5095 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1417 mm |