2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2013 BMW M6
To start off, 2013 BMW M6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M6 weights approximately 565 kg more than 2008 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, 2013 BMW M6 (678 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2013 BMW M6 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | SLK | M6 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 552 HP |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4903 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2106 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1374 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2851 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
