2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2010 BMW 535
To start off, 2010 BMW 535 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 4,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 535 weights approximately 454 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (460 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 535. (406 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2010 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | CLK | 535 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4965 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1626 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3066 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
