2008 BMW 120 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 120 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (621 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 473 more horse power than 2008 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1005 kg more than 2008 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (999 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 799 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 120 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 120 | CL |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 621 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2954 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |