2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 135 kg more than 2010 BMW 325.
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 Mercedes-Benz CLK (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | CLK | 325 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 215 HP |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 63 L |
