2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 2010 BMW 750
To start off, 2010 BMW 750 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2010 BMW 750. (400 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 750 weights approximately 380 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
Because 2010 BMW 750 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 750 will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 750. (609 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 2010 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | SLR McLaren | 750 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 780 Nm | 609 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5215 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3211 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 82 L |
