2005 BMW 760 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 760 would be higher. At 6,128 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 760 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (900 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 760. (602 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 760. 2005 BMW 760 has automatic transmission and 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL has manual transmission. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 760 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 760 | CL |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6128 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 438 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 602 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | TBD |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5106 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2139 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1426 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2955 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 20.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
