2000 BMW 330 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 330 would be higher. At 6,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS (575 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 2000 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 330 weights approximately 21 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS.
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 Mercedes-Benz SLS (649 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 330 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 330 | SLS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 575 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4638 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2075 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1261 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2680 mm |
