2004 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2011 BMW 730
To start off, 2011 BMW 730 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,439 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (494 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 2011 BMW 730. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 54 kg more than 2011 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (800 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 730. (540 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2011 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | CL | 730 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2029 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5212 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 82 L |
