1999 BMW LMR vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 13 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 5,999 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 BMW LMR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW LMR (600 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL. (510 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW LMR should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 605 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (829 Nm) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW LMR. (355 Nm). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | LMR | CL |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 829 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2220 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2954 mm |
