2009 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2011 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2011 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2011 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bugatti Veyron (1,184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 674 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL. (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 63 kg more than 2011 Bugatti Veyron.
Because 2011 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Bugatti Veyron 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, 2011 Bugatti Veyron (1,500 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 670 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL. (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2011 Bugatti Veyron | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Bugatti |
| Model | SL | Veyron |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5512 cc | 7993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 1184 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 830 Nm | 1500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 2.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 13.1 L/100km | 18 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.4 L/100km | 29 L/100km |
