2007 BMW 750 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 750 would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (470 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2007 BMW 750. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 750 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 750. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 750.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 750 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 750 | CLS |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.3 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |