2000 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL. (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 422 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 7 Series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL. (316 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL. 2013 BMW 7 Series has automatic transmission and 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL has manual transmission. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 7 Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | SL | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 2177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5214 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
