2006 BMW 760 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 760 would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2006 BMW 760. (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 760 weights approximately 40 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 760. (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 760 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 760 | CL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 439 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 4.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |
