2007 BMW 730 vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2007 BMW 730 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK (349 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2007 BMW 730. (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 730 weights approximately 480 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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 730 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (450 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 730 | 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 730 | SLK |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 5.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |
