2003 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 399 kg more than 2003 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, 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2000 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | SL | Silver Seraph |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 5379 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 94 L |
