2009 BMW 740 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2009 BMW 740 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (617 HP) has 315 more horse power than 2009 BMW 740. (302 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 740 weights approximately 217 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 740. (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 740 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 740 | SLR McLaren |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3998 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 617 HP |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 780 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 334 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 4.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 98 L |
