2007 BMW 545 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL

To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2010 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, 2007 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 545 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 545 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 545 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
Make BMW Mercedes-Benz
Model 545 SL
Year Released 2007 2010
Body Type Sedan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4398 cc 2996 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 328 HP 228 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Top Speed 245 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.8 seconds 7.8 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual 7-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4582 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1298 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2560 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 80 L


 

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