1995 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1995 BMW 330. (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 330.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 330. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 330. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 330 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 330 | SL |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |
