2004 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 8 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 480 kg more than 2012 BMW 116. 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | CL | 116 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4324 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 99 L | 51 L |
