2011 BMW 530 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL

To start off, 2011 BMW 530 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 530 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL.

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, 2011 BMW 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL.

Compare all specifications:

2011 BMW 530 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
Make BMW Mercedes-Benz
Model 530 SL
Year Released 2011 2010
Body Type Station Wagon Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2993 cc 2996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 256 HP 228 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 540 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 250 km/hour 250 km/hour
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type 8-speed shiftable automatic 7-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4907 mm 4582 mm
Vehicle Height 1462 mm 1298 mm
Wheelbase Size 2968 mm 2560 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 80 L


 

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