2008 BMW 760 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2008 BMW 760 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (641 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2008 BMW 760. (440 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 760 weights approximately 381 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
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 (820 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 760. (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 760.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 760 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 760 | SLR McLaren |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 440 HP | 641 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 820 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 337 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2105 kg | 1724 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 98 L |
