1999 BMW 740 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR
To start off, 1999 BMW 740 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR would be higher. At 6,898 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (613 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1999 BMW 740. (283 HP @ 7750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 740 weights approximately 401 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR.
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 GTR (790 Nm) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 740. (419 Nm). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 740 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 740 | CLK GTR |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 6898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 283 HP | 613 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 790 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2680 mm |
