1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM vs. 2013 BMW M3
To start off, 2013 BMW M3 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM would be higher. At 5,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM (664 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2013 BMW M3. (408 HP @ 8300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M3 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM.
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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM (773 Nm) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW M3. (400 Nm). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM | 2013 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | CLK LM | M3 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 664 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 773 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4618 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 63 L |
