1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2010 BMW 120
To start off, 2010 BMW 120 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 174 kg more than 2010 BMW 120.
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, 2010 BMW 120 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (185 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2010 BMW 120 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | CLK | 120 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 16.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 218 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 51 L |