2005 BMW 545 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR
To start off, both 2005 BMW 545 and 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 545 weights approximately 630 kg more than 2005 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 545 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 545 | CLK GTR |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2680 mm |
