2006 BMW 760 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 760. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 760 would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (475 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2006 BMW 760. (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 760 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (631 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 760. (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 760 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 760 | CLK |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 439 HP | 475 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.6 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 62 L |
