2007 BMW M6 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 M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW M6 would be higher. At 5,512 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 BMW M6. (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW M6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 165 kg more than 2007 BMW M6. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW M6. (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M6 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | M6 | SL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 5512 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.6 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
