1995 BMW M5 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW M5 would be higher. At 3,794 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW M5 (335 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (222 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 5 kg more than 1995 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW M5. (400 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW M5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW M5 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | M5 | CLK |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3794 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |
