2010 BMW M6 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW M6 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2010 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL. (210 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 505 kg more than 2010 BMW M6.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW M6. (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW M6. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 BMW M6 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | M6 | GL |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 2500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4872 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1854 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1377 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2781 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
