2007 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2011 BMW 325. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 325.
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 Mercedes-Benz SL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 325. (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 325. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2011 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2011 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | SL | 325 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 383 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1384 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 57 L |