1984 BMW M6 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW M6 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 BMW M6 (282 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (215 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 125 kg more than 1984 BMW M6.
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, 1984 BMW M6 (335 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (310 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 1984 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 1984 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 BMW M6 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | M6 | CLK |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3453 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 239 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.7 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |