1999 BMW LMR vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 12 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (621 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1999 BMW LMR. (600 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW LMR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 665 kg more than 1999 BMW LMR. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (999 Nm) has 644 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW LMR. (355 Nm). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | LMR | CL |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 621 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2280 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2954 mm |
