2005 BMW 330 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR would be higher. At 6,898 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (613 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 71 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR.
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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (790 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 330 | CLK GTR |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 6898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 613 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 790 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 322 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 3.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
