2009 BMW M6 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW M6 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (409 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 330 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK (540 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M6. (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M6.
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2009 BMW M6 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | M6 | SLK |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 409 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 12.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4146 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.5 L/100km | 12 L/100km |