2003 BMW M3 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (198 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 90 kg more than 2003 BMW M3.
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, 2003 BMW M3 (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (310 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2003 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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2003 BMW M3 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | M3 | SLK |
Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.9 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4134 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |