1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW 335 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | SLK | 335 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
