2007 BMW 335 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 335 would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2007 BMW 335. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 335. (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 335 | SL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
