2009 BMW 735 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 BMW 735 is newer by 11 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL (367 HP) has 99 more horse power than 2009 BMW 735. (268 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 735. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 735 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL.
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 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 735. (360 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 735 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 735 | CL |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 367 HP |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.2 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 88 L |
