2004 BMW 730 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 730 would be higher. At 4,966 cc, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (362 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2004 BMW 730. (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 730 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 730 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 730 | CLK |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4966 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
