2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2010 BMW M6
To start off, 2010 BMW M6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 5,437 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK (574 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2010 BMW M6. (500 HP @ 7750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW M6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M6 weights approximately 247 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK (800 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW M6. (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW M6. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW M6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2010 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | CLK | M6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5437 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 574 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1748 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2781 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.9 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 70 L |
