2012 BMW 116 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 BMW 116. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 BMW 116 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL (423 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 415 kg more than 2012 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL (700 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 116 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 116 | SL |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4239 mm | 4612 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 2099 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1421 mm | 1315 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2585 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 5.4 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
