2009 BMW 135 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 135 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 120 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
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, 2009 BMW 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (359 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 135 | SLK |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4102 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2431 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
