1994 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2013 BMW 1 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 1 Series is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 1 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 1 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 1 Series should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 230 kg more than 2013 BMW 1 Series.
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 1 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL. (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 1 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2013 BMW 1 Series | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | SL | 1 Series |
Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2799 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4373 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1919 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 53 L |