2009 BMW 550 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 550 would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (641 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 2009 BMW 550. (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 550.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (821 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 550. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 550 | SLR McLaren |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5439 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 641 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 821 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |