Motortrend: M5 vs CLS55 - Page 4

Just_me · 02-05-2006, 04:26 PM

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Originally Posted by GTA7.5

lOl MoSs! Anyway from the looks of tis article I still say the M5 is not a 0.5ths
better in performance than the CLS55, other than speeds higher than 100mph. The numbers prove that.

I`d wait for the CLS63, with a supposed 515hp mated with the AMG
modified 7Gtranny the CLS63 is going to kick tail, I can`t wait!

Remember AMG modified means the 7G shifts 35% faster than the normal 7G.

Yes, the E63 will be slightly faster than M5 but not by much and certainly not much enough for me to pay the extra cash to get a E63 over M5.
Besides, they drive is totally different and a few more ponnies wont change a fact like that.

GTA8.5 · 02-05-2006, 04:29 PM

We really can`t make a judgement yet. We really don`t know if it`s going to be that more expensive than the 55 and I`m sure the performance will be enhanced. MBs` not going to just drop the 6.3liter in the 55s body
there will be some other updates.

Just_me · 02-05-2006, 04:31 PM

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Originally Posted by GTA7.5

We really can`t make a judgement yet. We really don`t know if it`s going to be that more expensive than the 55 and I`m sure the performance will be enhanced.

AMG always cost more than M's at least in Sweden and since I live in Sweden I have to go with the prices here.

Like Catwimmer said, "The CLS55 retains AMG values of a powerful cruising machine with Mercedes core values".

Yaz · 02-05-2006, 04:33 PM

I love both cars, but when it comes to looks, give me the CLS anyday. Who cares about headroom in the back when you're the one driving?

GTA, you still getting a CLS?

Just_me · 02-05-2006, 04:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Yaz AMG

I love both cars, but when it comes to looks, give me the CLS anyday. Who cares about headroom in the back when you're the one driving?

I do since I have a long way to my work plus we are 4 more people in the car so yes I care. If I didnt care I would choose M6 since its faster and handles better than both M5 and CLS55.

GTA8.5 · 02-05-2006, 04:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Just_me

Like Catwimmer said, "The CLS55 retains AMG values of a powerful cruising machine with Mercedes core values".

I guess this means expence to you.

Core values means a design commitment. BMW also has core values.

bmwrules · 02-05-2006, 04:39 PM

I agree with donau and Just_me. I like the E55 over the CLS55.

Just_me · 02-05-2006, 04:40 PM

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Originally Posted by GTA7.5

I guess this means expence to you.

Core values means a design commitment. BMW also has core values.

He didnt talk about design, also those enchances wont help cause M5 was build around sport first then luxury. Also I remember when CLS55 came, MB people said it would handle better than the M5 and it didnt happen and if we add M6 the different is even larger. No, those enchances wont help and if it by a miracle do help than BMW can enchance the M5/M6's as well. M will still remain the ultimate driving experience in this class cause that their core values

GTA8.5 · 02-05-2006, 04:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Yaz AMG

GTA, you still getting a CLS?

I`m commited on getting a W221 S65 AMG, I sware it. I thought of the CLS63
but I want the ultimate! Plus I don`t want another 4-door racing past me!
I promise to get a W221 S65 AMG!

Be sure I`ll post pics when I get it

Just_me · 02-05-2006, 04:43 PM

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Originally Posted by GTA7.5

I`m commited on getting a W221 S65 AMG, I sware it. I thought of the CLS63
but I want the ultimate! Plus I don`t want another 4-door racing past me!
I promise to get a W221 S65 AMG!

Be sure I`ll post pics when I get it

what have you robbed a bank

02-05-2006, 04:29 PM	#32
GTA8.5 Devotee Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Kansas City, USA. Posts: 2,912 Thanks: 116 Thanked 153 Times in 113 Posts	Re: Motortrend: M5 vs CLS55 We really can`t make a judgement yet. We really don`t know if it`s going to be that more expensive than the 55 and I`m sure the performance will be enhanced. MBs` not going to just drop the 6.3liter in the 55s body there will be some other updates.

02-05-2006, 04:33 PM	#34
Yaz Advocate Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: New York City Posts: 815 Thanks: 394 Thanked 70 Times in 32 Posts	Re: Motortrend: M5 vs CLS55 I love both cars, but when it comes to looks, give me the CLS anyday. Who cares about headroom in the back when you're the one driving? GTA, you still getting a CLS?

02-05-2006, 04:39 PM	#37
bmwrules Enthusiast Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: High Point, NC, USA Posts: 426 Thanks: 67 Thanked 141 Times in 53 Posts	Re: Motortrend: M5 vs CLS55 I agree with donau and Just_me. I like the E55 over the CLS55.

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