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 (641 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 241 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.

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 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (821 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 212 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 Coupe 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 641 HP 400 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 821 Nm 609 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 5215 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1902 mm
Vehicle Height 1270 mm 1481 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 3211 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 82 L


 

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