2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2012 Lamborghini Aventador
To start off, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 6,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Lamborghini Aventador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador (700 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 470 kg more than 2012 Lamborghini Aventador.
Because 2012 Lamborghini Aventador is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lamborghini Aventador will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lamborghini Aventador. (689 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lamborghini Aventador.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2012 Lamborghini Aventador | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Lamborghini |
| Model | SL | Aventador |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 6500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 700 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 830 Nm | 689 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2045 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1135 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
