2008 BMW 745 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2008 BMW 745 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 5,437 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK (349 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 BMW 745. (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 745 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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, 2008 BMW 745 (701 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 745 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 745 | SLK |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 5437 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 701 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 11.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 70 L |
