1995 BMW S3 vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, both 1995 BMW S3 and 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW S3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW S3 (338 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW S3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 327 kg more than 1995 BMW S3.
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, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK (280 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW S3. (260 Nm). This means 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW S3. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW S3 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW S3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1995 BMW S3 | 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S3 | SLK |
Year Released | 1995 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 280 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 2052 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2410 mm |