2009 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 2 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 5,438 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (617 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 330 | SLR McLaren |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5438 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 617 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 780 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 334 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 3.8 seconds |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 98 L |
