2003 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2007 Ascari A10
To start off, 2007 Ascari A10 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL. (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 745 kg more than 2007 Ascari A10.
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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ascari A10. (560 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ascari A10. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2007 Ascari A10 has manual transmission. 2007 Ascari A10 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2007 Ascari A10 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ascari |
Model | SL | A10 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5513 cc | 4941 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 625 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 800 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 346 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1138 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2636 mm |