2009 BMW M6 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM would be higher. At 5,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM (664 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2009 BMW M6. (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW M6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM weights approximately 130 kg more than 2009 BMW M6. 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM (773 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M6. (519 Nm). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | M6 | CLK LM |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 664 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 773 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
