2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 4 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 181 more horse power than 2013 BMW 6 series. (437 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 6 series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 175 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
Because 2013 BMW 6 series 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, 2013 BMW 6 series 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 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 6 series. (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 6 series.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | SLR McLaren | 6 series |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 437 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 780 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 332 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4896 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2081 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 70 L |
