2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2011 BMW 750
To start off, 2011 BMW 750 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 750 (455 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 750 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (706 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 750. (697 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 750.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2011 BMW 750 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | SLK | 750 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5441 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 455 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 706 Nm | 697 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3071 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 82 L |