Mercedes-Benz SL (R232)
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Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 55 V8 · Stage 3vsMercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 55 V8 · Stage 2vsMercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 55 V8 · Stage 1vsMercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 55 V8
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
New comparisonMercedes-Benz SL (R232)
AMG SL 55 V8 (Stage 2)
Mercedes-Benz SL (R232)
AMG SL 55 V8 (Stage 1)
Mercedes-Benz SL (R232)
AMG SL 55 V8
Comparison overview
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Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 55 V8 (Stage 3) 714 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h3.0 s
- Fastest top speed345 km/h214 mph
- Most powerful714 hp532 kW
- Highest torque1,085 Nm800 lb-ft
- Lightest1,875 kg4,134 lb
- Best power-to-weight381 hp/t284 kW/t2.6 kg/hp
- Lowest combined fuel consumption12.7 L/100 km18.5 mpg US22.2 mpg UK
- Best estimated range551 km342 mi
- Largest trunk213 L
- Best overall score76/100
- Best performance score94/100
- Best economy score73/100
- Best practicality score39/100
Specification comparison
| Model | Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 55 V8 (Stage 3)714 hp | Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 55 V8 (Stage 2)619 hp | Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 55 V8 (Stage 1)562 hp | Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 55 V8476 hp |
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| Power | 714hp532kW+238 hp | 619hp461kW+143 hp | 562hp419kW+86 hp | 476hp355kW |
| Torque | 1,085Nm800lb-ft+385 Nm | 945Nm697lb-ft+245 Nm | 854Nm630lb-ft+154 Nm | 700Nm516lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,875kg4,134lb | 1,875kg4,134lb | 1,875kg4,134lb | 1,875kg4,134lb |
| Top speed | 345 km/h 214 mph | 331 km/h 206 mph | 322 km/h 200 mph | 295 km/h 183 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 48.4s99% target: 342 km/h / 212 mph-11.1 s Calculated | 53.4s99% target: 328 km/h / 204 mph-6.0 s Calculated | 57.0s99% target: 319 km/h / 198 mph-2.5 s Calculated | 59.4s99% target: 292 km/h / 181 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.0s-0.9 s | 3.3s-0.6 s | 3.5s-0.4 s | 3.9s |
| 0-200 km/h | 8.2s-4.0 s Calculated | 9.3s-2.9 s Calculated | 10.2s-2.0 s Calculated | 12.2s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 2.9s-0.8 s Calculated | 3.2s-0.6 s Calculated | 3.4s-0.4 s Calculated | 3.7s Calculated |
| Fuel consumption | 12.7L/100 km18.5mpg US22.2mpg UK | 12.7L/100 km18.5mpg US22.2mpg UK | 12.7L/100 km18.5mpg US22.2mpg UK | 12.7L/100 km18.5mpg US22.2mpg UK |
| Quarter mile | 10.4s-1.4 s Calculated | 10.9s-0.9 s Calculated | 11.2s-0.6 s Calculated | 11.8s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 381hp/t284kW/t173hp/1000 lb Calculated | 330hp/t246kW/t150hp/1000 lb Calculated | 300hp/t223kW/t136hp/1000 lb Calculated | 254hp/t189kW/t115hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 579Nm/t387lb-ft/ton Calculated | 504Nm/t337lb-ft/ton Calculated | 455Nm/t305lb-ft/ton Calculated | 373Nm/t250lb-ft/ton Calculated |
| Estimated range | 551km342mi Calculated | 551km342mi Calculated | 551km342mi Calculated | 551km342mi Calculated |
| Displacement | 3,982cc243cu in | 3,982cc243cu in | 3,982cc243cu in | 3,982cc243cu 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 55 V8 (Stage 3) 714 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 55 V8 (Stage 2) 619 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 55 V8 (Stage 1) 562 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 55 V8 476 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 55 V8 (Stage 3)714 hp | 5,500-6,500 rpm | 2,250-4,500 rpm | 6,750 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 55 V8 (Stage 2)619 hp | 5,500-6,500 rpm | 2,250-4,500 rpm | 6,750 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 55 V8 (Stage 1)562 hp | 5,500-6,500 rpm | 2,250-4,500 rpm | 6,750 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 55 V8476 hp | 5,500-6,500 rpm | 2,250-4,500 rpm | 6,750 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 55 V8 (Stage 3)714 hp | Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 55 V8 (Stage 2)619 hp | Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 55 V8 (Stage 1)562 hp | Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 55 V8476 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 2.9 s | 3.2 s | 3.4 s | 3.7 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 3.0 s | 3.3 s | 3.5 s | 3.9 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 8.2 s | 9.3 s | 10.2 s | 12.2 s |
0-200 mph 0-322 km/h | 27.4 s | 40.7 s | - | - |
| Top speed | 345 km/h 214 mph | 331 km/h 206 mph | 322 km/h 200 mph | 295 km/h 183 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 1.8 s | 1.9 s | 1.9 s | 2.0 s |
330 ft 101 m | 4.7 s | 4.9 s | 5.0 s | 5.2 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 6.9 s | 7.2 s | 7.4 s | 7.8 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 8.8 s | 9.2 s | 9.5 s | 10.0 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 10.4 s | 10.9 s | 11.2 s | 11.8 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 229 km/h 142 mph | 218 km/h 135 mph | 211 km/h 131 mph | 197 km/h 122 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 55 V8 (Stage 3)714 hp | 714 hp 532 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 55 V8 (Stage 2)619 hp | 619 hp 461 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 55 V8 (Stage 1)562 hp | 562 hp 419 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 55 V8476 hp | 476 hp 355 kW |
Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 55 V8 (Stage 3) 714 hp has 238 hp more than Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 55 V8 476 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 55 V8 476 hp and Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 55 V8 (Stage 3) 714 hp: 238 hp (177 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 55 V8 (Stage 3)714 hp | 1,085 Nm 800 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 55 V8 (Stage 2)619 hp | 945 Nm 697 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 55 V8 (Stage 1)562 hp | 854 Nm 630 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 55 V8476 hp | 700 Nm 516 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 55 V8 (Stage 3)714 hp | 1,875 kg 4,134 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 55 V8 (Stage 2)619 hp | 1,875 kg 4,134 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 55 V8 (Stage 1)562 hp | 1,875 kg 4,134 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 55 V8476 hp | 1,875 kg 4,134 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 55 V8 (Stage 3)714 hp | 345 km/h 214 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 55 V8 (Stage 2)619 hp | 331 km/h 206 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 55 V8 (Stage 1)562 hp | 322 km/h 200 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 55 V8476 hp | 295 km/h 183 mph |
0-100 km/h comparison
Bar comparison chart for 0-100 km/h. Lower is better · seconds
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 55 V8 (Stage 3)714 hp | 3.0 s |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 55 V8 (Stage 2)619 hp | 3.3 s |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 55 V8 (Stage 1)562 hp | 3.5 s |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 55 V8476 hp | 3.9 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 55 V8 (Stage 3) 714 hp and Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 55 V8 476 hp: 0.9 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 55 V8 (Stage 2) 619 hp and Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 55 V8 (Stage 1) 562 hp, separated by only 0.2 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 55 V8 (Stage 3)714 hp | 12.7 L/100 km 18.5 mpg US 22.2 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 55 V8 (Stage 2)619 hp | 12.7 L/100 km 18.5 mpg US 22.2 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 55 V8 (Stage 1)562 hp | 12.7 L/100 km 18.5 mpg US 22.2 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 55 V8476 hp | 12.7 L/100 km 18.5 mpg US 22.2 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 55 V8 (Stage 3)714 hp | 381 hp/t 284 kW/t 2.6 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 55 V8 (Stage 2)619 hp | 330 hp/t 246 kW/t 3.0 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 55 V8 (Stage 1)562 hp | 300 hp/t 223 kW/t 3.3 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 55 V8476 hp | 254 hp/t 189 kW/t 3.9 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 55 V8 (Stage 3)714 hp | 551 km 342 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 55 V8 (Stage 2)619 hp | 551 km 342 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 55 V8 (Stage 1)562 hp | 551 km 342 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 55 V8476 hp | 551 km 342 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 55 V8 (Stage 3)714 hp | 714 hp 532 kW | 3.0 s | 345 km/h 214 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 55 V8 (Stage 2)619 hp | 619 hp 461 kW | 3.3 s | 331 km/h 206 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 55 V8 (Stage 1)562 hp | 562 hp 419 kW | 3.5 s | 322 km/h 200 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 55 V8476 hp | 476 hp 355 kW | 3.9 s | 295 km/h 183 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 55 V8 (Stage 3)714 hp |
| 12.7 L/100 km 18.5 mpg US 22.2 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 55 V8 (Stage 2)619 hp |
| 12.7 L/100 km 18.5 mpg US 22.2 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 55 V8 (Stage 1)562 hp |
| 12.7 L/100 km 18.5 mpg US 22.2 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 55 V8476 hp |
| 12.7 L/100 km 18.5 mpg US 22.2 mpg UK | ||||||
Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 55 V8 (Stage 3) 714 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 55 V8 (Stage 3)714 hp | 12.7 L/100 km 18.5 mpg US 22.2 mpg UK | 3.0 s |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 55 V8 (Stage 2)619 hp | 12.7 L/100 km 18.5 mpg US 22.2 mpg UK | 3.3 s |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 55 V8 (Stage 1)562 hp | 12.7 L/100 km 18.5 mpg US 22.2 mpg UK | 3.5 s |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 55 V8476 hp | 12.7 L/100 km 18.5 mpg US 22.2 mpg UK | 3.9 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 55 V8 (Stage 3)714 hp | 381 hp/t 284 kW/t 2.6 kg/hp | 12.7 L/100 km 18.5 mpg US 22.2 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 55 V8 (Stage 2)619 hp | 330 hp/t 246 kW/t 3.0 kg/hp | 12.7 L/100 km 18.5 mpg US 22.2 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 55 V8 (Stage 1)562 hp | 300 hp/t 223 kW/t 3.3 kg/hp | 12.7 L/100 km 18.5 mpg US 22.2 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 55 V8476 hp | 254 hp/t 189 kW/t 3.9 kg/hp | 12.7 L/100 km 18.5 mpg US 22.2 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 55 V8 (Stage 3)714 hp | Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 55 V8 (Stage 2)619 hp | Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 55 V8 (Stage 1)562 hp | Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 55 V8476 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 714 hp 532 kW | 619 hp 461 kW | 562 hp 419 kW | 476 hp 355 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 1,085 Nm 800 lb-ft | 945 Nm 697 lb-ft | 854 Nm 630 lb-ft | 700 Nm 516 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 3.0 s | 3.3 s | 3.5 s | 3.9 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 345 km/h 214 mph | 331 km/h 206 mph | 322 km/h 200 mph | 295 km/h 183 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,875 kg 4,134 lb | 1,875 kg 4,134 lb | 1,875 kg 4,134 lb | 1,875 kg 4,134 lb | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Fuel consumption | 12.7 L/100 km 18.5 mpg US 22.2 mpg UK | 12.7 L/100 km 18.5 mpg US 22.2 mpg UK | 12.7 L/100 km 18.5 mpg US 22.2 mpg UK | 12.7 L/100 km 18.5 mpg US 22.2 mpg UK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Range score | 551 km 342 mi | 551 km 342 mi | 551 km 342 mi | 551 km 342 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 | 381 hp/t 284 kW/t 2.6 kg/hp | 330 hp/t 246 kW/t 3.0 kg/hp | 300 hp/t 223 kW/t 3.3 kg/hp | 254 hp/t 189 kW/t 3.9 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 55 V8 (Stage 3) 714 hp | Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 55 V8 (Stage 2) 619 hp | Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 55 V8 (Stage 1) 562 hp | Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 55 V8 476 hp |
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| Consumption | 12.7 L/100 km18.5 mpg US22.2 mpg UK | 12.7 L/100 km18.5 mpg US22.2 mpg UK | 12.7 L/100 km18.5 mpg US22.2 mpg UK | 12.7 L/100 km18.5 mpg US22.2 mpg UK |
| Cost / 100 km | 22.22 LC100 km | 22.22 LC100 km | 22.22 LC100 km | 22.22 LC100 km |
| Cost / 100 mi | 35.77 LC100 mi | 35.77 LC100 mi | 35.77 LC100 mi | 35.77 LC100 mi |
| Annual fuel used | 1,905 L503 US gal419 UK gal | 1,905 L503 US gal419 UK gal | 1,905 L503 US gal419 UK gal | 1,905 L503 US gal419 UK gal |
| Annual fuel cost | 3,334 LC/year | 3,334 LC/year | 3,334 LC/year | 3,334 LC/year |
Head-to-head comparisons
Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 55 V8 (Stage 3) 714 hp
- Has 95 hp more
- Has 140 Nm more
- Is 0.3 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 14 km/h (9 mph) higher top speed
- Has 51 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 55 V8 (Stage 2) 619 hp
No measurable advantages in the available data.
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