Mercedes-Benz SL (R232)
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Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 63 V8 · Stage 3vsMercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 63 V8 · Stage 2vsMercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 63 V8 · Stage 1vsMercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 63 V8
Compare specs, acceleration, fuel consumption, dimensions, practicality, and estimated running costs side by side.
New comparisonMercedes-Benz SL (R232)
AMG SL 63 V8 (Stage 2)
Mercedes-Benz SL (R232)
AMG SL 63 V8 (Stage 1)
Mercedes-Benz SL (R232)
AMG SL 63 V8
Comparison overview
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Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 63 V8 (Stage 3) 877 hp
- Quickest 0-100 km/h2.8 s
- Fastest top speed368 km/h229 mph
- Most powerful877 hp654 kW
- Highest torque1,240 Nm915 lb-ft
- Lightest1,895 kg4,178 lb
- Best power-to-weight463 hp/t345 kW/t2.2 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 63 V8 (Stage 3)877 hp | Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 63 V8 (Stage 2)760 hp | Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 63 V8 (Stage 1)690 hp | Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 63 V8585 hp |
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| Power | 877hp654kW+292 hp | 760hp567kW+175 hp | 690hp515kW+105 hp | 585hp436kW |
| Torque | 1,240Nm915lb-ft+440 Nm | 1,080Nm797lb-ft+280 Nm | 976Nm720lb-ft+176 Nm | 800Nm590lb-ft |
| Curb weight | 1,895kg4,178lb | 1,895kg4,178lb | 1,895kg4,178lb | 1,895kg4,178lb |
| Top speed | 368 km/h 229 mph | 353 km/h 219 mph | 344 km/h 214 mph | 315 km/h 196 mph |
| To 99% top speed | 43.6s99% target: 364 km/h / 226 mph-12.3 s Calculated | 49.0s99% target: 349 km/h / 217 mph-6.9 s Calculated | 52.8s99% target: 341 km/h / 212 mph-3.1 s Calculated | 55.9s99% target: 312 km/h / 194 mph Calculated |
| 0-100 km/h | 2.8s-0.8 s | 3.1s-0.5 s | 3.3s-0.4 s | 3.6s |
| 0-200 km/h | 7.1s-3.4 s Calculated | 8.1s-2.4 s Calculated | 8.8s-1.7 s Calculated | 10.5s Calculated |
| 0-60 mph | 2.7s-0.8 s Calculated | 2.9s-0.5 s Calculated | 3.1s-0.3 s Calculated | 3.4s 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 | 9.9s-1.4 s Calculated | 10.4s-0.9 s Calculated | 10.7s-0.6 s Calculated | 11.3s Calculated |
| Power-to-weight | 463hp/t345kW/t210hp/1000 lb Calculated | 401hp/t299kW/t182hp/1000 lb Calculated | 364hp/t272kW/t165hp/1000 lb Calculated | 309hp/t230kW/t140hp/1000 lb Calculated |
| Torque-to-weight | 654Nm/t438lb-ft/ton Calculated | 570Nm/t381lb-ft/ton Calculated | 515Nm/t345lb-ft/ton Calculated | 422Nm/t282lb-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 | 1,353mm53in | 1,353mm53in | 1,353mm53in | 1,353mm53in |
| Wheelbase | 2,700mm106in | 2,700mm106in | 2,700mm106in | 2,700mm106in |
| Front track | 1,660mm65in | 1,660mm65in | 1,660mm65in | 1,660mm65in |
| Rear track | 1,625mm64in | 1,625mm64in | 1,625mm64in | 1,625mm64in |
| 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 63 V8 (Stage 3) 877 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 63 V8 (Stage 2) 760 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 63 V8 (Stage 1) 690 hp: Power / Torque
- Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 63 V8 585 hp: Power / Torque
| Vehicle | Peak power RPM | Peak torque RPM | Max engine speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 63 V8 (Stage 3)877 hp | 5,500-6,500 rpm | 2,500-5,000 rpm | 6,750 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 63 V8 (Stage 2)760 hp | 5,500-6,500 rpm | 2,500-5,000 rpm | 6,750 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 63 V8 (Stage 1)690 hp | 5,500-6,500 rpm | 2,500-5,000 rpm | 6,750 rpm |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 63 V8585 hp | 5,500-6,500 rpm | 2,500-5,000 rpm | 6,750 rpm |
Acceleration curve
Estimated speed over time for selected vehicles.
| Metric | Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 63 V8 (Stage 3)877 hp | Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 63 V8 (Stage 2)760 hp | Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 63 V8 (Stage 1)690 hp | Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 63 V8585 hp |
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| Acceleration checkpoints | ||||
0-60 mph 0-97 km/h | 2.7 s | 2.9 s | 3.1 s | 3.4 s |
0-100 km/h 0-62 mph | 2.8 s | 3.1 s | 3.3 s | 3.6 s |
0-200 km/h 0-124 mph | 7.1 s | 8.1 s | 8.8 s | 10.5 s |
0-200 mph 0-322 km/h | 19.2 s | 24.9 s | 30.3 s | - |
| Top speed | 368 km/h 229 mph | 353 km/h 219 mph | 344 km/h 214 mph | 315 km/h 196 mph |
| Drag race simulation | ||||
60 ft 18 m | 1.8 s | 1.9 s | 1.9 s | 1.9 s |
330 ft 101 m | 4.5 s | 4.7 s | 4.8 s | 5.0 s |
1/8 mile 201 m | 6.6 s | 6.9 s | 7.1 s | 7.5 s |
1000 ft 305 m | 8.4 s | 8.8 s | 9.1 s | 9.6 s |
1/4 mile 402 m | 9.9 s | 10.4 s | 10.7 s | 11.3 s |
Trap speed 1/4 mile 402 m | 244 km/h 152 mph | 231 km/h 144 mph | 223 km/h 139 mph | 208 km/h 129 mph |
Power comparison
Bar comparison chart for Power. Higher is better · hp / kW
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 63 V8 (Stage 3)877 hp | 877 hp 654 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 63 V8 (Stage 2)760 hp | 760 hp 567 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 63 V8 (Stage 1)690 hp | 690 hp 515 kW |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 63 V8585 hp | 585 hp 436 kW |
Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 63 V8 (Stage 3) 877 hp has 292 hp more than Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 63 V8 585 hp.
The biggest power difference is between Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 63 V8 585 hp and Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 63 V8 (Stage 3) 877 hp: 292 hp (218 kW).
Torque comparison
Bar comparison chart for Torque. Higher is better · Nm / lb-ft
| Vehicle | Value |
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| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 63 V8 (Stage 3)877 hp | 1,240 Nm 915 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 63 V8 (Stage 2)760 hp | 1,080 Nm 797 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 63 V8 (Stage 1)690 hp | 976 Nm 720 lb-ft |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 63 V8585 hp | 800 Nm 590 lb-ft |
Curb weight comparison
Bar comparison chart for Curb weight. Lower is better · kg / lb
| Vehicle | Value |
|---|---|
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 63 V8 (Stage 3)877 hp | 1,895 kg 4,178 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 63 V8 (Stage 2)760 hp | 1,895 kg 4,178 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 63 V8 (Stage 1)690 hp | 1,895 kg 4,178 lb |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 63 V8585 hp | 1,895 kg 4,178 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 63 V8 (Stage 3)877 hp | 368 km/h 229 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 63 V8 (Stage 2)760 hp | 353 km/h 219 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 63 V8 (Stage 1)690 hp | 344 km/h 214 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 63 V8585 hp | 315 km/h 196 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 63 V8 (Stage 3)877 hp | 2.8 s |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 63 V8 (Stage 2)760 hp | 3.1 s |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 63 V8 (Stage 1)690 hp | 3.3 s |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 63 V8585 hp | 3.6 s |
The biggest 0-100 km/h difference is between Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 63 V8 (Stage 3) 877 hp and Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 63 V8 585 hp: 0.8 s.
The closest cars by acceleration are Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 63 V8 (Stage 2) 760 hp and Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 63 V8 (Stage 1) 690 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 63 V8 (Stage 3)877 hp | 12.7 L/100 km 18.5 mpg US 22.2 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 63 V8 (Stage 2)760 hp | 12.7 L/100 km 18.5 mpg US 22.2 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 63 V8 (Stage 1)690 hp | 12.7 L/100 km 18.5 mpg US 22.2 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 63 V8585 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 63 V8 (Stage 3)877 hp | 463 hp/t 345 kW/t 2.2 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 63 V8 (Stage 2)760 hp | 401 hp/t 299 kW/t 2.5 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 63 V8 (Stage 1)690 hp | 364 hp/t 272 kW/t 2.7 kg/hp |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 63 V8585 hp | 309 hp/t 230 kW/t 3.2 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 63 V8 (Stage 3)877 hp | 551 km 342 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 63 V8 (Stage 2)760 hp | 551 km 342 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 63 V8 (Stage 1)690 hp | 551 km 342 mi |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 63 V8585 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 63 V8 (Stage 3)877 hp | 877 hp 654 kW | 2.8 s | 368 km/h 229 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 63 V8 (Stage 2)760 hp | 760 hp 567 kW | 3.1 s | 353 km/h 219 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 63 V8 (Stage 1)690 hp | 690 hp 515 kW | 3.3 s | 344 km/h 214 mph |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 63 V8585 hp | 585 hp 436 kW | 3.6 s | 315 km/h 196 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 63 V8 (Stage 3)877 hp |
| 12.7 L/100 km 18.5 mpg US 22.2 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 63 V8 (Stage 2)760 hp |
| 12.7 L/100 km 18.5 mpg US 22.2 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 63 V8 (Stage 1)690 hp |
| 12.7 L/100 km 18.5 mpg US 22.2 mpg UK | ||||||
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 63 V8585 hp |
| 12.7 L/100 km 18.5 mpg US 22.2 mpg UK | ||||||
Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 63 V8 (Stage 3) 877 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 63 V8 (Stage 3)877 hp | 12.7 L/100 km 18.5 mpg US 22.2 mpg UK | 2.8 s |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 63 V8 (Stage 2)760 hp | 12.7 L/100 km 18.5 mpg US 22.2 mpg UK | 3.1 s |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 63 V8 (Stage 1)690 hp | 12.7 L/100 km 18.5 mpg US 22.2 mpg UK | 3.3 s |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 63 V8585 hp | 12.7 L/100 km 18.5 mpg US 22.2 mpg UK | 3.6 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 63 V8 (Stage 3)877 hp | 463 hp/t 345 kW/t 2.2 kg/hp | 12.7 L/100 km 18.5 mpg US 22.2 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 63 V8 (Stage 2)760 hp | 401 hp/t 299 kW/t 2.5 kg/hp | 12.7 L/100 km 18.5 mpg US 22.2 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 63 V8 (Stage 1)690 hp | 364 hp/t 272 kW/t 2.7 kg/hp | 12.7 L/100 km 18.5 mpg US 22.2 mpg UK |
| Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 63 V8585 hp | 309 hp/t 230 kW/t 3.2 kg/hp | 12.7 L/100 km 18.5 mpg US 22.2 mpg UK |
Detailed score breakdown
| Vehicle | Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 63 V8 (Stage 3)877 hp | Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 63 V8 (Stage 2)760 hp | Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 63 V8 (Stage 1)690 hp | Mercedes-BenzSL (R232)AMG SL 63 V8585 hp | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Power | 877 hp 654 kW | 760 hp 567 kW | 690 hp 515 kW | 585 hp 436 kW | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Torque | 1,240 Nm 915 lb-ft | 1,080 Nm 797 lb-ft | 976 Nm 720 lb-ft | 800 Nm 590 lb-ft | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Acceleration | 2.8 s | 3.1 s | 3.3 s | 3.6 s | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Top speed | 368 km/h 229 mph | 353 km/h 219 mph | 344 km/h 214 mph | 315 km/h 196 mph | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Lightness | 1,895 kg 4,178 lb | 1,895 kg 4,178 lb | 1,895 kg 4,178 lb | 1,895 kg 4,178 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 | 463 hp/t 345 kW/t 2.2 kg/hp | 401 hp/t 299 kW/t 2.5 kg/hp | 364 hp/t 272 kW/t 2.7 kg/hp | 309 hp/t 230 kW/t 3.2 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 63 V8 (Stage 3) 877 hp | Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 63 V8 (Stage 2) 760 hp | Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 63 V8 (Stage 1) 690 hp | Mercedes-Benz SL (R232) AMG SL 63 V8 585 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 63 V8 (Stage 3) 877 hp
- Has 117 hp more
- Has 160 Nm more
- Is 0.3 s quicker from 0-100 km/h
- Has 15 km/h (9 mph) higher top speed
- Has 62 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 63 V8 (Stage 2) 760 hp
No measurable advantages in the available data.
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