2004 BMW 745 vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2004 BMW 745 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 296 more horse power than 2004 BMW 745. (322 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 745 weights approximately 257 kg more than 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
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) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 745. (447 Nm). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 745 | 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 745 | SLR McLaren |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 618 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 781 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 1768 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 20.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 98 L |