BMW M6 Gran Coupe vs Mercedes CLS63 AMG Matchup - 6Post.com | BMW 6-Series Forum

Jason · 12-12-2012, 10:34 AM

The just announced M6 Gran Coupe [official details/photos] comes next summer to compete with the Mercedes CLS63 AMG. Until now, the CLS63 has really had no direct competition in terms of a car that closely matches its size, styling, performance, and segment.

Now that the CLS63 has some competition, we've put together this comparison of specs and photos for your reference. We don't yet have final physical specs for the M6 Gran Coupe, but we've used the 6 Series Gran Coupe exterior dimensions and took a good guess as to the M6 Gran Coupe's weight.

	BMW M6 Gran Coupe	Mercedes CLS63 AMG
Performance
Engine	4.4L TwinPower Turbo V8	5.5L twin turbocharged V8
Horsepower	560 hp @ 5750 rpm	536 hp @ 5500 rpm (563hp w/ Performance Package)
Torque	500 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm	590 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm (664 lb-ft w/ Performance Package)
0-60 mph	4.1 seconds	4.4 seconds
Redline	7200 rpm	6400 rpm
Top Speed	155 mph (limited)	155 mph (limited)
Transmission	7 Speed M-Double Clutch Transmission (M-DCT)	7 Speed Automatic (wet clutch)
US Pricing	TBA	$95,900
German Pricing	128.800 €, including 19 % VAT	116.203 €

Physical Specs Comparison (figures taken from 6 Series Gran Coupe).

	BMW M6 Gran Coupe	Mercedes CLS63 AMG
Physical
Length	197.1 inches (from 6 Series Gran Coupe)	194.5 inches
Width	74.5 inches (from 6 Series Gran Coupe)	74.1 inches
Wheelbase	116.8 inches (from 6 Series Gran Coupe)	113.2 inches
Curb Weight	TBA. But, drawing from M6 coupe which had a +10 lb gain over the 650i coupe, the M6 Gran Coupe may weigh around 4,033 pounds (6 Series Gran Coupe weighs 4,023 lbs)	4,599 lb

eVitO · 12-12-2012, 01:30 PM

All numbers aside, I think I prefer the aesthetics of the gran coupe more.

Ivan Ho · 12-12-2012, 01:32 PM

the m6 GC is a winner in looks every way. And in many ways on paper for the spec as well. BMW all the way.

EdwinF10 · 12-12-2012, 01:35 PM

M6GC hands down.
The sound of the (any) AMG is insane though.

PaulBailey@ltbmw · 12-12-2012, 01:42 PM

This is going to be sooo amazing!!!

宝马.e90 · 12-12-2012, 01:42 PM

If it weren't for those ugly ass bug-eye tailights on the CLS63...

But the CLS63 is a torque beast! That's the only advantage I see the CLS63 having over the M6(GC).

MrClean335i · 12-12-2012, 01:43 PM

CLS 63 AMG looks better to me.

RAZGRIZ · 12-12-2012, 01:44 PM

Still many things to see but as of now and for me It's the Mb who takes the lead.

You should know that with the performance package it pulls the 0-60 down to 3.8 sec.

Also ive been lucky enough to ride in one of each of these (Nor the M or the AMG of course) but in a CLS and 6 GC and general quality seems higher in the CLS for me.

Aaand... um, yeah; my company pays me 1000$ extra a month for carrying a leasing MB as a marketing strategy, that might also make a difference LOL.

hks786 · 12-12-2012, 01:44 PM

Very hard and close choice to make!

Front end: CLS63. (M6 GC is identical to M6 coupe but CLS has a unique front end)

Side profile: Can't choose. I love M6 GC's roofline but looks more sedan-like than CLS. CLS is more coupe-like and proportions are excellent, but I don't like the drooping line.

Rear end: M6 GC. I dont particularly like CLS lights.

Interior: M6 GC. Whereas exterior looks more sedan-like the interior truly stands out from BMW line-up. CLS interior is nice too though.

As I said very hard call to make, both are amazing machines. Although BMW seems to be quite a bit lighter.

MY13E92M3 · 12-12-2012, 01:49 PM

I like the mean lines of the AMG, but the M overall is the better car. Gotta say though, Benz is slowly getting better with interior fit and finish. Benz < Audi < BMW.

bmellion · 12-12-2012, 01:59 PM

CLS63 for me. When BMW puts proper brakes on an M car, then I might change my mind.

M_Power_Fan · 12-12-2012, 02:00 PM

i think this may be the most perfect car ever built !

motorsport_cat · 12-12-2012, 02:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RAZGRIZ

Still many things to see but as of now and for me It's the Mb who takes the lead.

You should know that with the performance package it pulls the 0-60 down to 3.8 sec.

Also ive been lucky enough to ride in one of each of these (Nor the M or the AMG of course) but in a CLS and 6 GC and general quality seems higher in the CLS for me.

Aaand... um, yeah; my company pays me 1000$ extra a month for carrying a leasing MB as a marketing strategy, that might also make a difference LOL.

The M5 already did some 3.7sec 0-60 times...

Axxlrod · 12-12-2012, 02:05 PM

Holy torque on the CLS63!!!

I'd still buy the M6 GC though.

OverDriven · 12-12-2012, 02:06 PM

They're both very beautiful cars, no doubt. The rear swoop and pinched backend on the Mercedes gives it a bit more of an elegant, classic feel while the M6GC is a bit more modern looking. I'm sure I would be happy to have either, though my eyes are set on the M4 coupe. Am I wrong in thinking that the M6GC is going to be significantly more money than the CLS63 AMG though?

OverDriven · 12-12-2012, 02:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by coupeman

mercedes wins this hands down. no contest. BMW is relying way too much on the power of their brand to sell cars these days

You have to realize that the very purpose of building a brand is so that you can command higher prices for your product. It automatically builds value in the mind of the buyer. You can't fault them for taking advantage of the brand they've built with decades of hard work. Objectively speaking though, yes I think the Mercedes is the winner here. That said, the BMW will still sell like crazy. Also - let's be honest - in this price range most buyers aren't concerned with pinching pennies.

py0413 · 12-12-2012, 02:14 PM

Both stunning to me. I would take the M6 grand coupe if it was my money to spend. However, if $$$ isn't any issue, I love to take both any day.

1'M Blue · 12-12-2012, 02:16 PM

The M6 GC is a winner.

The mercs styling is all very messy .. too very much look at me im a 4door sedan coupe with an obnoxious body surafce .

The 6er GC looks soo good on the road you'de mistake it for a 2 door 6er. honestley photo's dont do justice to a 6er unless you see one ..

M6 GC takes my pick by a huge margin.

nbennettksu · 12-12-2012, 02:17 PM

the 6GC def looks more like a performance oriented vehicle over the Merc.

vladberca · 12-12-2012, 02:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bmellion

CLS63 for me. When BMW puts proper brakes on an M car, then I might change my mind.

M6 GC will have CCB brakes as an option

professor_yo · 12-12-2012, 02:29 PM

The merc has this one to me. The 6-Series looks damn good though.

swanson · 12-12-2012, 02:32 PM

Thats easy. CLS63

12-12-2012, 01:35 PM	#4
EdwinF10 Major Drives: f10 535d M & e70 X5 Xdrive35d Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Amsterdam Posts: 1,078 iTrader: (0)	M6GC hands down. The sound of the (any) AMG is insane though. __________________ 2004 e87 118d (ret.), 2006 e92 335d (ret.), 2007 e92 330d (ret.), 2007 e87 130i M-sport (ret.), 2009 e92 M3 (ret.) 2009 e70 X5 35d & 2010 f10 535d M-sport

12-12-2012, 01:44 PM	#9
hks786 Major General Drives: * Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: UK Posts: 5,311 iTrader: (0)	Very hard and close choice to make! Front end: CLS63. (M6 GC is identical to M6 coupe but CLS has a unique front end) Side profile: Can't choose. I love M6 GC's roofline but looks more sedan-like than CLS. CLS is more coupe-like and proportions are excellent, but I don't like the drooping line. Rear end: M6 GC. I dont particularly like CLS lights. Interior: M6 GC. Whereas exterior looks more sedan-like the interior truly stands out from BMW line-up. CLS interior is nice too though. As I said very hard call to make, both are amazing machines. Although BMW seems to be quite a bit lighter. __________________

12-12-2012, 01:49 PM	#10
MY13E92M3 Captain Drives: 2013 E92 M3 Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Oahu, Hawaii Posts: 682 iTrader: (1)	I like the mean lines of the AMG, but the M overall is the better car. Gotta say though, Benz is slowly getting better with interior fit and finish. Benz < Audi < BMW. __________________ MY13 E92 M3 SS w/ ZCP l ZPP l 2MK l 6NR l 752 l M Performance Exhaust, Grill, Side Gills, C/F splitters Sold - 2009 E92 335i LMB M-Sport Sold - 2003 E46 M3 LSB SMG

12-12-2012, 01:59 PM	#11
bmellion Private First Class Drives: 2013 F10 M5 Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Providence, RI Posts: 136 iTrader: (0)	CLS63 for me. When BMW puts proper brakes on an M car, then I might change my mind. __________________ 2013 BMW ///M5 2011 BMW X5 2012 C63 AMG Development Pack (gone) 2012 BMW ///M3 Convertible (gone) 2011 E63 AMG (gone)

12-12-2012, 02:14 PM	#17
py0413 Captain Drives: 2012 M5 Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: BC Posts: 939 iTrader: (2)	Both stunning to me. I would take the M6 grand coupe if it was my money to spend. However, if $$$ isn't any issue, I love to take both any day. __________________ Must stop eating..............

12-12-2012, 01:32 PM	#3
Ivan Ho Captain Fantastic Drives: BMW E46 2002/3 330ci Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Hong Kong Posts: 86 iTrader: (0)	the m6 GC is a winner in looks every way. And in many ways on paper for the spec as well. BMW all the way.

12-12-2012, 01:42 PM	#5
PaulBailey@ltbmw General Drives: 2-325 330 2-335 2-Z4 2-135 X5d Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Huntington Beach, CA Posts: 26,653 iTrader: (33) Garage List 2008 BMW 335i E90 [3.50] 2011 BMW 335i E92 [3.98]	This is going to be sooo amazing!!!

12-12-2012, 01:42 PM	#6
宝马.e90 Major Drives: E90 325i, R56 MINI Cooper Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Toronto, Ontario Posts: 1,257 iTrader: (0)	If it weren't for those ugly ass bug-eye tailights on the CLS63... But the CLS63 is a torque beast! That's the only advantage I see the CLS63 having over the M6(GC).

12-12-2012, 01:43 PM	#7
MrClean335i FBO+Methanol Injection Drives: M Sport 335i Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Miami Posts: 324 iTrader: (0)	CLS 63 AMG looks better to me.

12-12-2012, 01:44 PM	#8
RAZGRIZ "Think it, feel it, do it and you'll have it" Drives: BMW 535d E60 Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Madrid, Spain Posts: 4 iTrader: (0)	Still many things to see but as of now and for me It's the Mb who takes the lead. You should know that with the performance package it pulls the 0-60 down to 3.8 sec. Also ive been lucky enough to ride in one of each of these (Nor the M or the AMG of course) but in a CLS and 6 GC and general quality seems higher in the CLS for me. Aaand... um, yeah; my company pays me 1000$ extra a month for carrying a leasing MB as a marketing strategy, that might also make a difference LOL.

12-12-2012, 02:00 PM	#12
M_Power_Fan Private Drives: the Ring Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Germany Posts: 76 iTrader: (0)	i think this may be the most perfect car ever built !

12-12-2012, 02:05 PM	#14
Axxlrod Dude man Drives: 2013 535i M sport Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: San Diego Posts: 49 iTrader: (0)	Holy torque on the CLS63!!! I'd still buy the M6 GC though.

12-12-2012, 02:06 PM	#15
OverDriven Private Drives: 2011 M3 Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Virginia Posts: 98 iTrader: (0)	They're both very beautiful cars, no doubt. The rear swoop and pinched backend on the Mercedes gives it a bit more of an elegant, classic feel while the M6GC is a bit more modern looking. I'm sure I would be happy to have either, though my eyes are set on the M4 coupe. Am I wrong in thinking that the M6GC is going to be significantly more money than the CLS63 AMG though?

12-12-2012, 02:16 PM	#18
1'M Blue Lieutenant Drives: 1M Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: OM Posts: 459 iTrader: (0)	The M6 GC is a winner. The mercs styling is all very messy .. too very much look at me im a 4door sedan coupe with an obnoxious body surafce . The 6er GC looks soo good on the road you'de mistake it for a 2 door 6er. honestley photo's dont do justice to a 6er unless you see one .. M6 GC takes my pick by a huge margin.

12-12-2012, 02:29 PM	#21
professor_yo New Member Drives: BMW 328i Coupe Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Pembroke Pines, FL Posts: 26 iTrader: (0)	The merc has this one to me. The 6-Series looks damn good though.

12-12-2012, 02:32 PM	#22
swanson Convicted Felon Drives: chariot Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: NY Posts: 679 iTrader: (0)	Thats easy. CLS63

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