2000 BMW 318 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 318 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (536 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 418 more horse power than 2000 BMW 318. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 820 kg more than 2000 BMW 318. 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 (799 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 619 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 318. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 318 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 318 | CL |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 536 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 799 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
