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)
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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) 572 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h3.8 s
- Fastest top speed331 km/h206 mph
- Most powerful572 hp426 kW
- Highest torque744 Nm549 lb-ft
- Lightest1,810 kg3,990 lb
- Best power-to-weight316 hp/t235 kW/t3.2 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption9.4 L/100 km25.0 mpg US30.1 mpg UK
- Best estimated range745 km463 mi
- Largest trunk213 L
- Best overall score74/100
- Best performance score91/100
- Best economy score82/100
- Best practicality score39/100
Specification comparison
| Model | Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 3)572 hp | Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 2)495 hp | Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 1)450 hp | Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43381 hp |
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| Power | 572hp426kW+191 hp | 495hp369kW+114 hp | 450hp335kW+69 hp | 381hp284kW |
| Torque | 744Nm549lb-ft+264 Nm | 648Nm478lb-ft+168 Nm | 586Nm432lb-ft+106 Nm | 480Nm354lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,810kg3,990lb | 1,810kg3,990lb | 1,810kg3,990lb | 1,810kg3,990lb |
| Gross weight | 2,145kg4,729lb | 2,145kg4,729lb | 2,145kg4,729lb | 2,145kg4,729lb |
| Top speed | 331 km/h 206 mph | 315 km/h 196 mph | 305 km/h 190 mph | Unrestricted 285 km/h177 mph Restricted 275 km/h171 mph Calculated |
| To 99% top speed | 62.0s99% target: 328 km/h / 204 mph-12.7 s Calculated | 67.2s99% target: 312 km/h / 194 mph-7.6 s Calculated | 70.6s99% target: 302 km/h / 188 mph-4.2 s Calculated | 74.8s99% target: 282 km/h / 175 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.8s-1.1 s | 4.2s-0.7 s | 4.4s-0.5 s | 4.9s |
| 0-200 km/h | 10.7s-5.3 s Calculated | 12.3s-3.7 s Calculated | 13.5s-2.5 s Calculated | 16.0s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 3.6s-1.0 s Calculated | 4.0s-0.7 s Calculated | 4.2s-0.4 s Calculated | 4.7s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 9.4L/100 km25mpg US30.1mpg UK | 9.4L/100 km25mpg US30.1mpg UK | 9.4L/100 km25mpg US30.1mpg UK | 9.4L/100 km25mpg US30.1mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 11.5s-1.4 s Calculated | 12.0s-0.9 s Calculated | 12.4s-0.6 s Calculated | 13.0s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 316hp/t235kW/t143hp/1000 lb Calculated | 274hp/t204kW/t124hp/1000 lb Calculated | 248hp/t185kW/t113hp/1000 lb Calculated | 210hp/t157kW/t95hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 411Nm/t275lb-ft/ton Calculated | 358Nm/t240lb-ft/ton Calculated | 324Nm/t216lb-ft/ton Calculated | 265Nm/t177lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 745km463mi Calculated | 745km463mi Calculated | 745km463mi Calculated | 745km463mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 1,991cc121cu in | 1,991cc121cu in | 1,991cc121cu in | 1,991cc121cu in |
| Length | 4,705mm185in | 4,705mm185in | 4,705mm185in | 4,705mm185in |
| 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 |
| Max trunk volume | 240L | 240L | 240L | 240L |
| 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) 572 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 43 (Stage 2) 495 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 43 (Stage 1) 450 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 43 381 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)572 hp | 6,750 rpm | 3,250-5,000 rpm | 7,000 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 2)495 hp | 6,750 rpm | 3,250-5,000 rpm | 7,000 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 1)450 hp | 6,750 rpm | 3,250-5,000 rpm | 7,000 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43381 hp | 6,750 rpm | 3,250-5,000 rpm | 7,000 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 3)572 hp | Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 2)495 hp | Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 1)450 hp | Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43381 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 3.6 s | 4.0 s | 4.2 s | 4.7 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 3.8 s | 4.2 s | 4.4 s | 4.9 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 10.7 s | 12.3 s | 13.5 s | 16.0 s |
0-200 mph 0-322 km/h | 47.2 s | - | - | - |
| Top speed | 331 km/h 206 mph | 315 km/h 196 mph | 305 km/h 190 mph | Unrestricted 285 km/h177 mph Restricted 275 km/h171 mph Limited |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 2.0 s | 2.1 s | 2.1 s | 2.2 s |
330 ft 101 m | 5.2 s | 5.3 s | 5.5 s | 5.7 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 7.6 s | 7.9 s | 8.2 s | 8.5 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 9.8 s | 10.2 s | 10.5 s | 10.9 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 11.5 s | 12.0 s | 12.4 s | 13.0 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 208 km/h 129 mph | 198 km/h 123 mph | 191 km/h 119 mph | 181 km/h 112 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)572 hp | 572 hp 426 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 2)495 hp | 495 hp 369 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 1)450 hp | 450 hp 335 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43381 hp | 381 hp 284 kW |
Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 43 (Stage 3) 572 hp has 191 hp more than Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 43 381 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 43 381 hp and Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 43 (Stage 3) 572 hp: 191 hp (142 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 3)572 hp | 744 Nm 549 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 2)495 hp | 648 Nm 478 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 1)450 hp | 586 Nm 432 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43381 hp | 480 Nm 354 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)572 hp | 1,810 kg 3,990 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 2)495 hp | 1,810 kg 3,990 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 1)450 hp | 1,810 kg 3,990 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43381 hp | 1,810 kg 3,990 lb |
Top speed without limiter comparison
Bar comparison chart for Top speed without limiter. Higher is better · km/h / mph
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 3)572 hp | 331 km/h 206 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 2)495 hp | 315 km/h 196 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 1)450 hp | 305 km/h 190 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43381 hp | Unrestricted 285 km/h177 mph Restricted 275 km/h171 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)572 hp | 3.8 s |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 2)495 hp | 4.2 s |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 1)450 hp | 4.4 s |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43381 hp | 4.9 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 43 (Stage 3) 572 hp and Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 43 381 hp: 1.1 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 43 (Stage 2) 495 hp and Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 43 (Stage 1) 450 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)572 hp | 9.4 L/100 km 25.0 mpg US 30.1 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 2)495 hp | 9.4 L/100 km 25.0 mpg US 30.1 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 1)450 hp | 9.4 L/100 km 25.0 mpg US 30.1 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43381 hp | 9.4 L/100 km 25.0 mpg US 30.1 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)572 hp | 316 hp/t 235 kW/t 3.2 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 2)495 hp | 274 hp/t 204 kW/t 3.7 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 1)450 hp | 248 hp/t 185 kW/t 4.0 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43381 hp | 210 hp/t 157 kW/t 4.8 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)572 hp | 745 km 463 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 2)495 hp | 745 km 463 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 1)450 hp | 745 km 463 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43381 hp | 745 km 463 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)572 hp | 572 hp 426 kW | 3.8 s | 331 km/h 206 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 2)495 hp | 495 hp 369 kW | 4.2 s | 315 km/h 196 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 1)450 hp | 450 hp 335 kW | 4.4 s | 305 km/h 190 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43381 hp | 381 hp 284 kW | 4.9 s | Unrestricted 285 km/h177 mph Restricted 275 km/h171 mph |
Most attractive quadrant
Scatter chart with performance score on the X axis and practicality score on the Y axis.
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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)572 hp |
| 9.4 L/100 km 25.0 mpg US 30.1 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 2)495 hp |
| 9.4 L/100 km 25.0 mpg US 30.1 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 1)450 hp |
| 9.4 L/100 km 25.0 mpg US 30.1 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43381 hp |
| 9.4 L/100 km 25.0 mpg US 30.1 mpg UK | ||||||
Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 43 (Stage 3) 572 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)572 hp | 9.4 L/100 km 25.0 mpg US 30.1 mpg UK | 3.8 s |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 2)495 hp | 9.4 L/100 km 25.0 mpg US 30.1 mpg UK | 4.2 s |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 1)450 hp | 9.4 L/100 km 25.0 mpg US 30.1 mpg UK | 4.4 s |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43381 hp | 9.4 L/100 km 25.0 mpg US 30.1 mpg UK | 4.9 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)572 hp | 316 hp/t 235 kW/t 3.2 kg/hp | 9.4 L/100 km 25.0 mpg US 30.1 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 2)495 hp | 274 hp/t 204 kW/t 3.7 kg/hp | 9.4 L/100 km 25.0 mpg US 30.1 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 1)450 hp | 248 hp/t 185 kW/t 4.0 kg/hp | 9.4 L/100 km 25.0 mpg US 30.1 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43381 hp | 210 hp/t 157 kW/t 4.8 kg/hp | 9.4 L/100 km 25.0 mpg US 30.1 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 3)572 hp | Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 2)495 hp | Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43 (Stage 1)450 hp | Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 43381 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 572 hp 426 kW | 495 hp 369 kW | 450 hp 335 kW | 381 hp 284 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 744 Nm 549 lb-ft | 648 Nm 478 lb-ft | 586 Nm 432 lb-ft | 480 Nm 354 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 3.8 s | 4.2 s | 4.4 s | 4.9 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 331 km/h 206 mph | 315 km/h 196 mph | 305 km/h 190 mph | Unrestricted 285 km/h177 mph Restricted 275 km/h171 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,810 kg 3,990 lb | 1,810 kg 3,990 lb | 1,810 kg 3,990 lb | 1,810 kg 3,990 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 9.4 L/100 km 25.0 mpg US 30.1 mpg UK | 9.4 L/100 km 25.0 mpg US 30.1 mpg UK | 9.4 L/100 km 25.0 mpg US 30.1 mpg UK | 9.4 L/100 km 25.0 mpg US 30.1 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 745 km 463 mi | 745 km 463 mi | 745 km 463 mi | 745 km 463 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 | 316 hp/t 235 kW/t 3.2 kg/hp | 274 hp/t 204 kW/t 3.7 kg/hp | 248 hp/t 185 kW/t 4.0 kg/hp | 210 hp/t 157 kW/t 4.8 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) 572 hp | Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 43 (Stage 2) 495 hp | Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 43 (Stage 1) 450 hp | Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 43 381 hp |
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| Consumption | 9.4 L/100 km25 mpg US30.1 mpg UK | 9.4 L/100 km25 mpg US30.1 mpg UK | 9.4 L/100 km25 mpg US30.1 mpg UK | 9.4 L/100 km25 mpg US30.1 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 16.45 LC100 km | 16.45 LC100 km | 16.45 LC100 km | 16.45 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 26.47 LC100 mi | 26.47 LC100 mi | 26.47 LC100 mi | 26.47 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 1,410 L372 US gal310 UK gal | 1,410 L372 US gal310 UK gal | 1,410 L372 US gal310 UK gal | 1,410 L372 US gal310 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 2,468 LC/year | 2,468 LC/year | 2,468 LC/year | 2,468 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 43 (Stage 3) 572 hp
- Has 76 hp more
- Has 96 Nm more
- Is 0.4 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 16 km/h (10 mph) higher top speed
- Has 42 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) 495 hp
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