1998 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2000 Pininfarina Rossa
To start off, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 7,291 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP) has 33 more horse power than 2000 Pininfarina Rossa. (485 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2000 Pininfarina Rossa.
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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (766 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pininfarina Rossa. (570 Nm). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pininfarina Rossa. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2000 Pininfarina Rossa has manual transmission. 2000 Pininfarina Rossa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2000 Pininfarina Rossa | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pininfarina |
| Model | SL | Rossa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7291 cc | 5472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 485 HP |
| Torque | 766 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.5 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |
