2008 BMW 523 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM
To start off, 2008 BMW 523 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM would be higher. At 5,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM (664 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 489 more horse power than 2008 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 523 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM.
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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM (773 Nm) has 543 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 523. (230 Nm). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 523.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 523 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 523 | CLK LM |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 664 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 773 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
