2000 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2011 BMW 550
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL. (315 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 550 weights approximately 249 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 550 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 will offer significantly more control. 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 BMW 550 (609 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL. (471 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2011 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | CL | 550 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 471 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2046 kg | 2295 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
