2000 BMW Z9 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z9 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL (613 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z9. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z9.
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 SL (999 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 559 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z9. (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z9 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Z9 | SL |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 613 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 999 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4633 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2099 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2585 mm |
