2007 BMW 328 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, both 2007 BMW 328 and 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (641 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (820 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 549 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 328 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 328 | SLR McLaren |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 231 HP | 641 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 820 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 98 L |