1988 BMW M5 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW M5 would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1988 BMW M5. (311 HP @ 6900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW M5.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW M5. (360 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW M5. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 1988 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 1988 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1988 BMW M5 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | M5 | CLK |
Year Released | 1988 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3533 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.4 mm | 98.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |