2005 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2005 Vector M12
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL and 2005 Vector M12 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,707 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Vector M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Vector M12. (484 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2005 Vector M12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 410 kg more than 2005 Vector M12. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Vector M12. (576 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Vector M12. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2005 Vector M12 has manual transmission. 2005 Vector M12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2005 Vector M12 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Vector |
| Model | SL | M12 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 5707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 484 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2750 mm |
