2009 BMW 530 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 530 would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 2009 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 530.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 701 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 530 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 530 | SL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 1001 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.5 seconds | 5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |