2004 BMW 630 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 630 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 (641 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 2004 BMW 630. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 630.
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 (821 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 630. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 630 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 630 | SLR McLaren |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | 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 | 254 HP | 641 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 821 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 335 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
