2000 BMW Z9 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK

To start off, 2000 BMW Z9 is newer by 2 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z9 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z9 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW Z9 weights approximately 186 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2000 BMW Z9 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (185 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK.

Compare all specifications:

2000 BMW Z9 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK
Make BMW Mercedes-Benz
Model Z9 CLK
Year Released 2000 1998
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4398 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 282 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 440 Nm 185 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 89.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 82.7 mm 78.7 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.6:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1686 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 4770 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2960 mm 2720 mm


 

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