2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2011 BMW 125
To start off, 2011 BMW 125 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 2011 BMW 125. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 125.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 581 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 125. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 125 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2011 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | CL | 125 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 831 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 53 L |
