2001 BMW Z9 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Z9 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 BMW Z9. (286 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Z9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 75 kg more than 2001 BMW Z9. 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, 2001 BMW Z9 (597 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL. (460 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Z9 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Z9 | CL |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 88 L |
