2008 BMW M6 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 BMW M6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,786 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL. (367 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 BMW M6.
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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M6. (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M6 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | M6 | CL |
Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 5786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 367 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2970 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |