2000 BMW Z9 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z9 would be higher. At 5,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z9. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 44 kg more than 2000 BMW Z9. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z9. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Z9 | SLR McLaren |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 780 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2850 mm |
