1999 BMW Z9 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW Z9 would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1999 BMW Z9. (242 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW Z9.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 BMW Z9 (560 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW Z9 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Z9 | CL |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2960 mm |
