1999 BMW 845 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW 845. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW 845 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW 845 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 845 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 845 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 65 kg more than 1999 BMW 845.
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 CLS (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 845. (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 845. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1999 BMW 845 has manual transmission. 1999 BMW 845 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW 845 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 845 | CLS |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2860 mm |