2009 BMW 745 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 2009 BMW 745 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 745 weights approximately 575 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (240 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 745 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 745 | CLK |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4423 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 700 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 62 L |