2000 BMW 325 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 325 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (613 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 445 more horse power than 2000 BMW 325. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 703 kg more than 2000 BMW 325. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (999 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 754 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 325 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 325 | CL |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 613 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1542 kg | 2245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5106 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1428 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2955 mm |
