2005 BMW 530 vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 385 kg more than 2005 BMW 530.
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, 2005 BMW 530 (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (191 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 530 | SLK |
Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.7 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |