2005 BMW 535 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 535 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (536 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 2005 BMW 535. (241 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 495 kg more than 2005 BMW 535. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (799 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 535. (330 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 535. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 535 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 535 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 535 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 535 | CL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3428 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 536 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 799 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
