1992 BMW 540 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 540 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 540 weights approximately 221 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 BMW 540 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
1992 BMW 540 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 540 | SLK |
Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1721 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4135 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2431 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |