1999 BMW LMR vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW LMR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW LMR would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW LMR (600 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL. (518 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW LMR should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 471 kg more than 1999 BMW LMR.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (630 Nm) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW LMR. (355 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW LMR.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW LMR | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | LMR | CL |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2086 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2954 mm |
