2008 BMW 316 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 316 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 2008 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 445 kg more than 2008 BMW 316. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 316. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 316 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 316 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 316 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 316 | CLS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 507 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4917 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
