2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2011 BMW 550
To start off, 2011 BMW 550 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 550 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 550 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 BMW 550 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 550 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 550 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2011 BMW 550 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | CLK | 550 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2969 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
