1999 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 330 would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1999 BMW 330. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 330 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 330. (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 330 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 330 | CL |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 88 L |