Mercedes-Benz SLK 55 AMG vs Mercedes-Benz SL 600
| Category | SLK 55 AMG | Mercedes-Benz SL 600 |
|---|---|---|
| Engine layout | 5.4 l V8 | 5.5 l V12 |
| Max power (ps / bhp) | 360 / 355 | 500 / 493 |
| Max torque (Nm / lb-ft) | 510 / 376 | 800 / 590 |
| Curb weight (kg / lb) | 1545 / 3406 | 2014 / 4440 |
| Power / tonne (ps / bhp) | 233 / 230 | 248 / 245 |
Lap Times
| Track | SLK 55 AMG | Mercedes-Benz SL 600 |
|---|---|---|
| Hockenheim Short | 1:17.10 | 1:17.60 |
Acceleration
| Speed & distance | SLK 55 AMG | Mercedes-Benz SL 600 |
|---|---|---|
| 0 - 100 kph | 4.8 s | 4.1 s |
| 0 - 200 kph | 16.7 s | 13.5 s |
| Est. 100 - 200 kph | 11.9 s | 9.3 s |
| 0 - 60 mph | 4.3 s | 3.6 s |
| 0 - 100 mph | 10.3 s | 8.6 s |
| Est. 1/8 mile | 9.1 s @ 93.8 mph | 8.6 s @ 98.8 mph |
| 1/4 mile | 12.7 s @ 111.2 mph | 11.9 s @ 119.9 mph |
General performance
| Category | SLK 55 AMG | Mercedes-Benz SL 600 |
|---|---|---|
| Top speed | 251 kph (156 mph) | 250 kph (155 mph) |
| Est. max acceleration | 0.64 g (6 m/s²) | 0.70 g (7 m/s²) |
| Fuel economy | 13.8 l/100 km (17 mpg US / 20 UK) | 14.3 l/100 km (16 mpg US / 20 UK) |
| Lateral acceleration | 0.91 g (9 m/s²) | 0.88 g (9 m/s²) |
| 70 mph - 0 | 48 m (156 ft) | 54 m (178 ft) |
Summary
| Category | SLK 55 AMG | Mercedes-Benz SL 600 |
|---|---|---|
| Track Performance | 100 | 98 |
| Straight line speed | 71 | 100 |
| Overall | 89 | 100 |
Verdict
SL 600 is the fastest by considerable margin.
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