2008 BMW 328 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2008 BMW 328 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL (494 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2008 BMW 328. (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 328. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 328 | SL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 62 L |
