2009 BMW 750 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2009 BMW 750 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 750 (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (355 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 750 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK (511 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 750. (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 750.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 750 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 750 | SLK |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 363 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 511 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 4.9 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 | 1950 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |