BMW Z3 3.0i vs Mercedes-Benz SL 500
| Category | Mercedes-Benz SL 500 | BMW Z3 3.0i |
|---|---|---|
| Engine layout | 5.0 l V8 | 3.0 l R6 |
| Max power (ps / bhp) | 306 / 302 | 231 / 228 |
| Max torque (Nm / lb-ft) | 460 / 339 | 300 / 221 |
| Curb weight (kg / lb) | 1775 / 3913 | 1330 / 2932 |
| Power / tonne (ps / bhp) | 172 / 170 | 174 / 171 |
Lap Times
| Track | Mercedes-Benz SL 500 | BMW Z3 3.0i |
|---|---|---|
| Hockenheim Short | 1:19.70 | 1:18.40 |
Performance
| Category | Mercedes-Benz SL 500 | BMW Z3 3.0i |
|---|---|---|
| 0 - 100 kph | 6.5 s | 6.0 s |
| 0 - 200 kph | 23.4 s | 25.9 s |
| Est. 100 - 200 kph | 16.9 s | 19.9 s |
| Est. 0 - 60 mph | 6.1 s | 5.6 s |
| Est. 1/8 mile | 10.4 s @ 83.3 mph | 10.0 s @ 85.1 mph |
| Est. 1/4 mile | 15.8 s @ 105.0 mph | 15.6 s @ 105.0 mph |
| Top speed | 250 kph (155 mph) | 250 kph (155 mph) |
| Est. max acceleration | 0.48 g (5 m/s²) | 0.53 g (5 m/s²) |
Summary
| Category | Mercedes-Benz SL 500 | BMW Z3 3.0i |
|---|---|---|
| Track Performance | 95 | 100 |
| Straight line speed | 99 | 100 |
| Overall | 97 | 100 |
Verdict
Z3 3.0i is the fastest by a small margin.
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