1980 BMW 725 vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 BMW 725 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 BMW 725 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 BMW 725 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1980 BMW 725 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 BMW 725 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
1980 BMW 725 | 1996 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 725 | SLK |
Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.6 mm | 78.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2410 mm |