They shouldn't have made the SLS
McLaren Mercedes SLR Roadster vs Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG Roadster
| Category | SLS AMG Roadster | SLR Roadster |
|---|---|---|
| Engine layout | 6.2 l V8 | 5.4 l V8 |
| Max power (ps / bhp) | 571 / 563 | 626 / 618 |
| Max torque (Nm / lb-ft) | 649 / 479 | 780 / 575 |
| Curb weight (kg / lb) | 1711 / 3772 | 1825 / 4023 |
| Power / tonne (ps / bhp) | 334 / 329 | 343 / 338 |
Performance
| Category | SLS AMG Roadster | SLR Roadster |
|---|---|---|
| 0 - 100 kph | 3.6 s | 3.8 s |
| 0 - 200 kph | 11.3 s | 10.5 s |
| Est. 100 - 200 kph | 7.8 s | 6.7 s |
| Est. 1/8 mile | 8.1 s @ 104.4 mph | 8.0 s @ 105.6 mph |
| 1/4 mile | 11.7 s @ 123.7 mph | 11.3 s |
| Top speed | 318 kph (198 mph) | 332 kph (206 mph) |
| Est. max acceleration | 0.82 g (8 m/s²) | 0.80 g (8 m/s²) |
Summary
| Category | SLS AMG Roadster | SLR Roadster |
|---|---|---|
| Track Performance | 0 | 0 |
| Straight line speed | 90 | 100 |
| Overall | 90 | 100 |
Verdict
SLR Roadster is the fastest by considerable margin.
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