2007 BMW M3 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL

To start off, 2007 BMW M3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2007 BMW M3. (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 266 kg more than 2007 BMW M3. 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 (700 Nm) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW M3. (365 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW M3.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW M3 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL
Make BMW Mercedes-Benz
Model M3 SL
Year Released 2007 2005
Body Type Convertible Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3245 cc 5441 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 338 HP 493 HP
Engine RPM 7900 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 365 Nm 700 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.5:1 9.0:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1655 kg 1921 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4540 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Consumption 10.2 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.1 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 80 L


 

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