2001 BMW 750 vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 2001 BMW 750 and 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,400 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 750 (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 750 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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, 2001 BMW 750 (490 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (234 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 750 | 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 750 | SLK |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 234 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |