2001 BMW 745 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 745 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2001 BMW 745. (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 117 kg more than 2001 BMW 745. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 745. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 745 | CL |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 2102 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5065 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |
