Mercedes-Benz SL (R232)
Car comparison
Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 43 · Stage 3vsMercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 43 · Stage 2vsMercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 43 · Stage 1vsMercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 43
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
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AMG SL 43 (Stage 2)
Mercedes-Benz SL (R232)
AMG SL 43 (Stage 1)
Mercedes-Benz SL (R232)
AMG SL 43
Comparison overview
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Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 43 (Stage 3) 632 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h3.7 s
- Fastest top speed335 km/h208 mph Unrestricted325 km/h202 mph Restricted
- Most powerful632 hp471 kW
- Highest torque775 Nm572 lb-ft
- Lightest1,735 kg3,825 lb
- Best power-to-weight364 hp/t271 kW/t2.7 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption9.5 L/100 km24.8 mpg US29.7 mpg UK
- Best estimated range737 km458 mi
- Largest trunk213 L
- Best overall score76/100
- Best performance score93/100
- Best economy score81/100
- Best practicality score39/100
Specification comparison
| Model | Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 3)632 hp | Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 2)547 hp | Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 1)497 hp | Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43421 hp |
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| Power | 632hp471kW+211 hp | 547hp408kW+126 hp | 497hp370kW+76 hp | 421hp314kW |
| Torque | 775Nm572lb-ft+275 Nm | 675Nm498lb-ft+175 Nm | 610Nm450lb-ft+110 Nm | 500Nm369lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,735kg3,825lb | 1,735kg3,825lb | 1,735kg3,825lb | 1,735kg3,825lb |
| Gross weight | 2,185kg4,817lb | 2,185kg4,817lb | 2,185kg4,817lb | 2,185kg4,817lb |
| Top speed | Unrestricted 335 km/h208 mph Restricted 325 km/h202 mph Calculated | 312 km/h 194 mph | 303 km/h 188 mph | 278 km/h 173 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 56.5s99% target: 332 km/h / 206 mph-9.4 s Calculated | 59.8s99% target: 309 km/h / 192 mph-6.1 s Calculated | 63.4s99% target: 300 km/h / 186 mph-2.5 s Calculated | 65.9s99% target: 275 km/h / 171 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.7s-1.1 s | 4.0s-0.7 s | 4.2s-0.5 s | 4.7s |
| 0-200 km/h | 10.0s-5.4 s Calculated | 11.6s-3.8 s Calculated | 12.7s-2.7 s Calculated | 15.4s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 3.5s-1.0 s Calculated | 3.8s-0.7 s Calculated | 4.0s-0.4 s Calculated | 4.5s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 9.5L/100 km24.8mpg US29.7mpg UK | 9.5L/100 km24.8mpg US29.7mpg UK | 9.5L/100 km24.8mpg US29.7mpg UK | 9.5L/100 km24.8mpg US29.7mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 11.3s-1.5 s Calculated | 11.8s-1.0 s Calculated | 12.1s-0.6 s Calculated | 12.7s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 364hp/t271kW/t165hp/1000 lb Calculated | 315hp/t235kW/t143hp/1000 lb Calculated | 286hp/t214kW/t130hp/1000 lb Calculated | 243hp/t181kW/t110hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 447Nm/t299lb-ft/ton Calculated | 389Nm/t260lb-ft/ton Calculated | 352Nm/t235lb-ft/ton Calculated | 288Nm/t193lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 737km458mi Calculated | 737km458mi Calculated | 737km458mi Calculated | 737km458mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,991cc121cu in | 1,991cc121cu in | 1,991cc121cu in | 1,991cc121cu in |
| Length | 4,700mm185in | 4,700mm185in | 4,700mm185in | 4,700mm185in |
| Width | 1,915mm75in | 1,915mm75in | 1,915mm75in | 1,915mm75in |
| Height | 1,359mm54in | 1,359mm54in | 1,359mm54in | 1,359mm54in |
| Wheelbase | 2,700mm106in | 2,700mm106in | 2,700mm106in | 2,700mm106in |
| Front track | 1,665mm66in | 1,665mm66in | 1,665mm66in | 1,665mm66in |
| Rear track | 1,629mm64in | 1,629mm64in | 1,629mm64in | 1,629mm64in |
| Trunk volume | 213L | 213L | 213L | 213L |
| Doors | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Seats | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Fuel tank | 70L | 70L | 70L | 70L |
Performance charts
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Dyno simulation
Estimated stock-style power and torque curves by engine speed.
- Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 43 (Stage 3) 632 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 43 (Stage 2) 547 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 43 (Stage 1) 497 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 43 421 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
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| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 3)632 hp | 6,750 rpm | 5,000 rpm | 7,000 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 2)547 hp | 6,750 rpm | 5,000 rpm | 7,000 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 1)497 hp | 6,750 rpm | 5,000 rpm | 7,000 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43421 hp | 6,750 rpm | 5,000 rpm | 7,000 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 3)632 hp | Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 2)547 hp | Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 1)497 hp | Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43421 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 3.5 s | 3.8 s | 4.0 s | 4.5 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 3.7 s | 4.0 s | 4.2 s | 4.7 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 10.0 s | 11.6 s | 12.7 s | 15.4 s |
0-200 mph 0-322 km/h | 38.8 s | - | - | - |
| Top speed | Unrestricted 335 km/h208 mph Restricted 325 km/h202 mph Likely limited | 312 km/h 194 mph | 303 km/h 188 mph | 278 km/h 173 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.0 s | 2.1 s | 2.1 s | 2.1 s |
330 ft 101 m | 5.1 s | 5.3 s | 5.4 s | 5.6 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 7.5 s | 7.8 s | 8.0 s | 8.4 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 9.6 s | 10.0 s | 10.3 s | 10.8 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 11.3 s | 11.8 s | 12.1 s | 12.7 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 214 km/h 133 mph | 202 km/h 125 mph | 195 km/h 121 mph | 183 km/h 114 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 3)632 hp | 632 hp 471 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 2)547 hp | 547 hp 408 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 1)497 hp | 497 hp 370 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43421 hp | 421 hp 314 kW |
Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 43 (Stage 3) 632 hp has 211 hp more than Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 43 421 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 43 421 hp and Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 43 (Stage 3) 632 hp: 211 hp (157 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 3)632 hp | 775 Nm 572 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 2)547 hp | 675 Nm 498 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 1)497 hp | 610 Nm 450 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43421 hp | 500 Nm 369 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 3)632 hp | 1,735 kg 3,825 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 2)547 hp | 1,735 kg 3,825 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 1)497 hp | 1,735 kg 3,825 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43421 hp | 1,735 kg 3,825 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 3)632 hp | Unrestricted 335 km/h208 mph Restricted 325 km/h202 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 2)547 hp | 312 km/h 194 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 1)497 hp | 303 km/h 188 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43421 hp | 278 km/h 173 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 3)632 hp | 3.7 s |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 2)547 hp | 4.0 s |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 1)497 hp | 4.2 s |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43421 hp | 4.7 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 43 (Stage 3) 632 hp and Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 43 421 hp: 1.1 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 43 (Stage 2) 547 hp and Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 43 (Stage 1) 497 hp, separated by only 0.3 s.
Fuel consumption comparison
Bar comparison chart for Fuel consumption. Lower is better · L/100 km / mpg US / mpg UK
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 3)632 hp | 9.5 L/100 km 24.8 mpg US 29.7 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 2)547 hp | 9.5 L/100 km 24.8 mpg US 29.7 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 1)497 hp | 9.5 L/100 km 24.8 mpg US 29.7 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43421 hp | 9.5 L/100 km 24.8 mpg US 29.7 mpg UK |
Power-to-weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power-to-weight. Higher is better · hp/t / kW/t
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 3)632 hp | 364 hp/t 271 kW/t 2.7 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 2)547 hp | 315 hp/t 235 kW/t 3.2 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 1)497 hp | 286 hp/t 214 kW/t 3.5 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43421 hp | 243 hp/t 181 kW/t 4.1 kg/hp |
Estimated range comparison
Bar comparison chart for Estimated range. Higher is better · km / mi
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 3)632 hp | 737 km 458 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 2)547 hp | 737 km 458 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 1)497 hp | 737 km 458 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43421 hp | 737 km 458 mi |
Performance spider chart
Radar chart comparing normalized performance and fuel-consumption scores.
| Vehicle | Power | Acceleration | Top speed |
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| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 3)632 hp | 632 hp 471 kW | 3.7 s | Unrestricted 335 km/h208 mph Restricted 325 km/h202 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 2)547 hp | 547 hp 408 kW | 4.0 s | 312 km/h 194 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 1)497 hp | 497 hp 370 kW | 4.2 s | 303 km/h 188 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43421 hp | 421 hp 314 kW | 4.7 s | 278 km/h 173 mph |
Most attractive quadrant
Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.
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| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 1)497 hp |
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Performance vs fuel economy
Cars closer to the top-right corner combine stronger performance with better fuel economy scores.
| Vehicle | Performance score | Fuel economy score | ||||||
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| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 3)632 hp |
| 9.5 L/100 km 24.8 mpg US 29.7 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 2)547 hp |
| 9.5 L/100 km 24.8 mpg US 29.7 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 1)497 hp |
| 9.5 L/100 km 24.8 mpg US 29.7 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43421 hp |
| 9.5 L/100 km 24.8 mpg US 29.7 mpg UK | ||||||
Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 43 (Stage 3) 632 hp is closest to the top-right balance target for performance and fuel economy.
Acceleration vs fuel consumption
Cars closer to the lower-left corner offer a better mix of quick acceleration and low fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Fuel consumption, L/100 km | 0-100 km/h, s |
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| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 3)632 hp | 9.5 L/100 km 24.8 mpg US 29.7 mpg UK | 3.7 s |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 2)547 hp | 9.5 L/100 km 24.8 mpg US 29.7 mpg UK | 4.0 s |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 1)497 hp | 9.5 L/100 km 24.8 mpg US 29.7 mpg UK | 4.2 s |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43421 hp | 9.5 L/100 km 24.8 mpg US 29.7 mpg UK | 4.7 s |
Power-to-weight vs fuel consumption
The shaded area favors higher power-to-weight with lower combined fuel consumption.
| Vehicle | Power-to-weight, hp/t | Fuel consumption, L/100 km |
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| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 3)632 hp | 364 hp/t 271 kW/t 2.7 kg/hp | 9.5 L/100 km 24.8 mpg US 29.7 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 2)547 hp | 315 hp/t 235 kW/t 3.2 kg/hp | 9.5 L/100 km 24.8 mpg US 29.7 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 1)497 hp | 286 hp/t 214 kW/t 3.5 kg/hp | 9.5 L/100 km 24.8 mpg US 29.7 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43421 hp | 243 hp/t 181 kW/t 4.1 kg/hp | 9.5 L/100 km 24.8 mpg US 29.7 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 3)632 hp | Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 2)547 hp | Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 1)497 hp | Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43421 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 632 hp 471 kW | 547 hp 408 kW | 497 hp 370 kW | 421 hp 314 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 775 Nm 572 lb-ft | 675 Nm 498 lb-ft | 610 Nm 450 lb-ft | 500 Nm 369 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 3.7 s | 4.0 s | 4.2 s | 4.7 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | Unrestricted 335 km/h208 mph Restricted 325 km/h202 mph | 312 km/h 194 mph | 303 km/h 188 mph | 278 km/h 173 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,735 kg 3,825 lb | 1,735 kg 3,825 lb | 1,735 kg 3,825 lb | 1,735 kg 3,825 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 9.5 L/100 km 24.8 mpg US 29.7 mpg UK | 9.5 L/100 km 24.8 mpg US 29.7 mpg UK | 9.5 L/100 km 24.8 mpg US 29.7 mpg UK | 9.5 L/100 km 24.8 mpg US 29.7 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 737 km 458 mi | 737 km 458 mi | 737 km 458 mi | 737 km 458 mi | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Trunk score | 213 L 7.5 cu ft | 213 L 7.5 cu ft | 213 L 7.5 cu ft | 213 L 7.5 cu ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Power-to-weight score | 364 hp/t 271 kW/t 2.7 kg/hp | 315 hp/t 235 kW/t 3.2 kg/hp | 286 hp/t 214 kW/t 3.5 kg/hp | 243 hp/t 181 kW/t 4.1 kg/hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Overall | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score | Fixed score |
Fuel cost and annual usage
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| Vehicle | Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 43 (Stage 3) 632 hp | Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 43 (Stage 2) 547 hp | Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 43 (Stage 1) 497 hp | Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 43 421 hp |
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| Consumption | 9.5 L/100 km24.8 mpg US29.7 mpg UK | 9.5 L/100 km24.8 mpg US29.7 mpg UK | 9.5 L/100 km24.8 mpg US29.7 mpg UK | 9.5 L/100 km24.8 mpg US29.7 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 16.63 LC100 km | 16.63 LC100 km | 16.63 LC100 km | 16.63 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 26.76 LC100 mi | 26.76 LC100 mi | 26.76 LC100 mi | 26.76 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 1,425 L376 US gal313 UK gal | 1,425 L376 US gal313 UK gal | 1,425 L376 US gal313 UK gal | 1,425 L376 US gal313 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 2,494 LC/year | 2,494 LC/year | 2,494 LC/year | 2,494 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 43 (Stage 3) 632 hp
- Has 84 hp more
- Has 100 Nm more
- Is 0.3 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 23 km/h (14 mph) higher top speed
- Has 49 hp/t better power-to-weight
Pros
- Quickest 0-100 km/h in this comparison
- Highest top speed
- Most powerful
- Highest torque
- Lightest
- Lowest combined fuel consumption
- Best power-to-weight ratio
- Best estimated range
- Largest trunk
Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 43 (Stage 2) 547 hp
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