2009 BMW 525 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 7 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 279 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525.
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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 525 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:
2009 BMW 525 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 525 | SL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 494 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |