2008 BMW 760 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 760 would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 760 (440 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 760 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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, 2008 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 760 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 760 | CLS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5972 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 440 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 16.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2875 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 80 L |