2007 BMW 328 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL. 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 328 | SL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
