2005 BMW 530 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 530 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 530 | SL |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 6.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.7 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |