2003 Pontiac GTO vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2003 Pontiac GTO. (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2003 Pontiac GTO. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 376 kg more than 2003 Pontiac GTO. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL (999 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pontiac GTO. (495 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pontiac GTO.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Pontiac GTO | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Pontiac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GTO | SL |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 2066 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4592 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1298 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |