2008 BMW 730 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 BMW 730 is newer by 1 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 256 more horse power than 2008 BMW 730. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 730.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (831 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 531 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 730 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 730 | CL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 831 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 90 L |
