1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR would be higher. At 6,898 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (604 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 2010 BMW 325. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 325.
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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (770 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | CLK GTR | 325 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6898 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 770 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |
