BMW M3 CSL vs Mercedes-Benz CL 600
| Category | Mercedes-Benz CL 600 | BMW M3 CSL (E46) |
|---|---|---|
| Engine layout | 5.5 l V12 | 3.2 l R6 |
| Max power (ps / bhp) | 500 / 493 | 360 / 355 |
| Max torque (Nm / lb-ft) | 800 / 590 | 370 / 273 |
| Curb weight (kg / lb) | 2029 / 4473 | 1409 / 3106 |
| Power / tonne (ps / bhp) | 246 / 243 | 255 / 252 |
Performance
| Category | Mercedes-Benz CL 600 | BMW M3 CSL (E46) |
|---|---|---|
| 0 - 100 kph | 4.8 s | 4.8 s |
| 0 - 200 kph | 17.3 s | 16.7 s |
| Est. 100 - 200 kph | 12.5 s | 12.2 s |
| 0 - 100 mph | 11.9 s | 10.8 s |
| Est. 1/8 mile | 9.1 s @ 93.2 mph | 9.2 s @ 93.2 mph |
| 1/4 mile | 13.1 s | 13.0 s |
| Top speed | 250 kph (155 mph) | 269 kph (167 mph) |
| Est. max acceleration | 0.65 g (6 m/s²) | 0.64 g (6 m/s²) |
Summary
| Category | Mercedes-Benz CL 600 | BMW M3 CSL (E46) |
|---|---|---|
| Track Performance | 0 | 0 |
| Straight line speed | 90 | 100 |
| Overall | 90 | 100 |
Verdict
M3 CSL is the fastest by considerable margin.
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