2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren 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 SLR McLaren. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren would be higher. At 5,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 2010 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 535 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
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 SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 2010 BMW 535 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | SLR McLaren | 535 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5506 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 618 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 780 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3066 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |