1995 BMW Dinan vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW Dinan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW Dinan would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1995 BMW Dinan. (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW Dinan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 235 kg more than 1995 BMW Dinan. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (706 Nm) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW Dinan. (403 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW Dinan. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW Dinan has manual transmission. 1995 BMW Dinan will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW Dinan | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dinan | SLK |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 706 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
