2002 BMW Z4 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 2002 BMW Z4. (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 439 kg more than 2002 BMW Z4. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW Z4. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW Z4 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Z4 | SLR McLaren |
Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 780 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 332 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.5 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 97 L |