2005 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2011 BMW 730
To start off, 2011 BMW 730 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 2011 BMW 730. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 730 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 730. (540 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2011 BMW 730 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | CL | 730 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5072 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 82 L |
