2009 BMW 335 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 115 kg more than 2009 BMW 335.
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, 2009 BMW 335 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 335 | SL |
Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |