2007 BMW 335 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 2 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 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 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, 2007 BMW 335 (407 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (311 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 335 | CLK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
