BMW 550i vs Mercedes-Benz CLS 500
| Category | CLS 500 | BMW 550i |
|---|---|---|
| Engine layout | 5.5 l V8 | 4.8 l V8 |
| Max power (ps / bhp) | 387 / 382 | 367 / 362 |
| Max torque (Nm / lb-ft) | 530 / 391 | 490 / 361 |
| Curb weight (kg / lb) | 1735 / 3825 | 1749 / 3856 |
| Power / tonne (ps / bhp) | 223 / 220 | 210 / 207 |
Performance
| Category | CLS 500 | BMW 550i |
|---|---|---|
| 0 - 100 kph | 5.6 s | 5.3 s |
| 0 - 200 kph | 21.4 s | 19.0 s |
| Est. 100 - 200 kph | 15.8 s | 13.8 s |
| 0 - 100 mph | 13.3 s | 12.1 s |
| Est. 1/8 mile | 9.7 s @ 88.2 mph | 9.6 s @ 90.1 mph |
| 1/4 mile | 13.9 s | 13.4 s |
| Top speed | 250 kph (155 mph) | 250 kph (155 mph) |
| Est. max acceleration | 0.56 g (6 m/s²) | 0.58 g (6 m/s²) |
Summary
| Category | CLS 500 | BMW 550i |
|---|---|---|
| Track Performance | 0 | 0 |
| Straight line speed | 83 | 100 |
| Overall | 83 | 100 |
Verdict
550i is the fastest by considerable margin.
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