2006 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2010 BMW 550
To start off, 2010 BMW 550 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,506 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2010 BMW 550. (400 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 550 weights approximately 545 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 (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 550. (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2010 BMW 550 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | SL | 550 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5506 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 800 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 2240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3066 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |