2007 BMW Z4 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 2007 BMW Z4 and 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Z4 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 280 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4.
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 Z4 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (240 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Z4 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Z4 | CLK |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |