2008 BMW Z4 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (536 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2008 BMW Z4. (328 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 870 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (799 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW Z4 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Z4 | CL |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 536 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 799 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 239 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2954 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |