2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 2005 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (617 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 425 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (192 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 273 kg more than 2005 BMW 325. 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 SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 534 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (246 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 2005 BMW 325 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | SLR McLaren | 325 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5438 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 617 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 780 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 334 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.8 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1768 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 63 L |