2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 4 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 723 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (154 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 558 kg more than 2011 BMW 120. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (630 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2011 BMW 120 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | CLK | 120 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1995 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 877 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 53 L |
