2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS vs. 2010 BMW 128
To start off, 2010 BMW 128 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS would be higher. At 4,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2010 BMW 128. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 225 kg more than 2010 BMW 128. 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 Mercedes-Benz CLS (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 128. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 128. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 128 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 128 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS | 2010 BMW 128 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | CLS | 128 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4965 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1412 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |
