2004 BMW 330 vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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 393 more horse power than 2004 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 278 kg more than 2004 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (781 Nm) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 330 | SLR McLaren |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 781 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 20.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |
