2008 BMW M3 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 2008 BMW M3 and 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M3 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 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, 2008 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M3 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | M3 | CLK |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |