2007 BMW 730 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 730 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 730 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 730 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 730 | SLK |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 244 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4135 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2431 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |