2008 BMW 320 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, both 2008 BMW 320 and 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 415 kg more than 2008 BMW 320.
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 CL (460 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 320 | CL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4966 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 88 L |
