2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 2000 BMW 330
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 330 would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 403 more horse power than 2000 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 83 kg more than 2000 BMW 330. 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (781 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 2000 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | SLR McLaren | 330 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 781 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 334 km/hour | 247 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.8 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1768 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 63 L |
