2002 BMW M3 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW M3 would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2002 BMW M3. (338 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 403 kg more than 2002 BMW M3. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW M3. (355 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW M3 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | M3 | CL |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 383 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 355 Nm | 530 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1998 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 90 L |