2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2012 BMW 750
To start off, 2012 BMW 750 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 5,460 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 750 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 625 kg more than 2012 BMW 750.
Because 2012 BMW 750 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 750 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW 750 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2012 BMW 750 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | CLK | 750 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5460 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 382 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 2205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5215 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3211 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 82 L |