2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (311 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (182 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 538 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | SLK | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 5.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1973 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4135 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1816 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2431 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
