2007 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 6 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 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (469 HP @ 2650 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2013 BMW 7 Series. (439 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 7 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 197 kg more than 2007 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 Mercedes-Benz SL (701 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 7 Series. (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 7 Series.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
Model | SL | 7 Series |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 469 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 2650 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 701 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 4.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5074 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2134 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |