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Mercedes-Benz 560 SEL vs Mercedes-Benz 500 SEL
| Category | 500 SEL | 560 SEL |
|---|---|---|
| Engine layout | 5.0 l V8 | 5.5 l V8 |
| Max power (ps / bhp) | 231 / 228 | 279 / 275 |
| Max torque (Nm / lb-ft) | 405 / 299 | 430 / 317 |
| Curb weight (kg / lb) | 1688 / 3721 | 1859 / 4098 |
| Power / tonne (ps / bhp) | 137 / 135 | 150 / 148 |
Performance
| Category | 500 SEL | 560 SEL |
|---|---|---|
| 0 - 100 kph | 8.1 s | 7.8 s |
| 0 - 200 kph | 38.4 s | 37.7 s |
| Est. 1000 m | 31.9 s @ 188.0 kph | 31.1 s @ 190.0 kph |
| Est. 100 - 200 kph | 32.2 s | 29.9 s |
| 0 - 100 mph | 21.1 s | 18.7 s |
| Est. 1/8 mile | 11.3 s @ 75.2 mph | 11.1 s @ 77.0 mph |
| 1/4 mile | 16.2 s @ 88.2 mph | 15.6 s |
| Est. 1/2 mile | 27.9 s @ 113.1 mph | 27.2 s @ 114.3 mph |
| Top speed | 234 kph (145 mph) | 242 kph (150 mph) |
| Est. max acceleration | 0.39 g (4 m/s²) | 0.41 g (4 m/s²) |
Summary
| Category | 500 SEL | 560 SEL |
|---|---|---|
| Track Performance | 0 | 0 |
| Straight line speed | 88 | 100 |
| Overall | 88 | 100 |
Verdict
560 SEL is the fastest by considerable margin.
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