2007 BMW 328 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 328 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (829 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 558 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 328 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 328 | CL |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 829 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5065 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2954 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |