2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2010 BMW M3
To start off, 2010 BMW M3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 6,208 cc, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (877 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 463 more horse power than 2010 BMW M3. (414 HP @ 8300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW M3 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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 Mercedes-Benz CLK (630 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW M3. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2010 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | CLK | M3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 4000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 877 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 63 L |
