2007 BMW 550 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (221 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 70 kg more than 2007 BMW 550.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 550. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 550 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 550 | CLK |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |