BMW 8 Series Convertible vs Mercedes Benz SL Roadster Comparison

From The Experts

Things we like	Breath-taking design Lightweight soft-top Thumping engine under the hood Read More	--
Things we don't like	Not as fast as the coupe Pricey Read More	--

Engine Details

No Of Cylinders	8	6
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Fuel Supply System	--	Direct Injection

Transmission

Transmission Type	M Sport Steptronic	Automatic
Drive Type	AWD	RWD
Gear Box	--	9-Speed

Performance

Engine Displacement	4395 cc	2996 cc
Power	530 hp	367 hp
Torque	750 Nm	500 Nm
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Top Speed	250 kmph	250 kmph
Acceleration	3.9 s	4.9 s
Fuel Consumption	10.1	12.9
Mileage City	7.51	9.5
Mileage Highway	12.6	16.6

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Dimensions & Capacity

Cargo Volume	280 L	485 L
Seating Capacity	4 seats	2 seats
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	68 L	65 L
Length	4851 mm	4631 mm
Width	2822 mm	1877 mm
Height	1345 mm	1315 mm
Front Tread	1627 mm	1600 mm
Rear Tread	1642 mm	1604 mm
No Of Doors	2	2
Kerb Weight	2090 kg	1735 kg
Front Headroom	988 mm	958 mm
Rear Headroom	882 mm	--
Wheel Base	--	2585 mm
Gross Weight	--	2115 kg
Front Legroom	--	234 mm

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Suspension & Brakes

Front Suspension	Adaptive M suspension	--
Rear Suspension	Adaptive M suspension	Sport Suspension
Shock Absorbers Type	--	Sport Suspension

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheel Size	20 Inch	18 Inch
Tyre Size	245/35 R20	255/40 R18
Tyre Type	Radial	Runflat
Wheel Size	R20	R18

Steering

Steering Type	Electric Power	Power
Steering Column	Tilt & Telescopic	Tilt & Telescopic
Steering Gear Type	Rack & Pinion	Rack & Pinion
Adjustable Steering Column	Yes	Yes
Turning Radius	--	5.5 m

Security

Smart Access Card Entry	No	No
Anti Theft Device	Yes	Yes
Engine Immobilizer	Yes	Yes
Central Locking	--	Yes
Power Door Locks	--	Yes

Safety

Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag-Front	Yes	Yes
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
Anti-Lock Braking System	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	Yes
Ebd	Yes	Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Rear Camera	Yes	Yes
Parking Sensors	Yes	Yes
Crash Sensor	Yes	Yes
Engine Check Warning	Yes	Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor	Yes	Yes
Front Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Side Impact Beams	Yes	Yes
Door Ajar Warning	Yes	Yes
Traction Control	Yes	--
Day & Night Rear View Mirror	--	Yes

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Engine Details

Valve Configuration	DOHC DOHC	DOHC DOHC
Engine	4.4L Petrol Engine, 8 Cylinder 32 Valve DOHC 4.4L Petrol Engine, 8 Cylinder 32 Valve DOHC	3.0L Petrol Engine, 6 Cylinder 24 Valve DOHC 3.0L Petrol Engine, 6 Cylinder 24 Valve DOHC

Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Front	Yes	Yes
Automatic Climate Control	Yes	Yes
Heater	Yes	Yes
Engine Start/Stop Button	Yes	Yes
Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat	Yes	Yes
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
On Board Computer	Yes	Yes
Automatic Headlamps	Yes	Yes
Steering Wheel Gearshift Paddle	Yes	Yes
Accessory Power Outlet	Yes	Yes
Power Steering	Yes	Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Cruise Control	Yes	Yes
Foldable Rear Seat	Yes	No
Low Fuel Warning Light	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Headrest	Yes	No
Seat Lumbar Support	Yes	--
Bottle Holder	Yes	--
Vanity Mirror	Yes	Yes
Folding Table Rear	No	No
Keyless Entry	Yes	Yes
Centre Console Armrest	Yes	Yes
Power Windows Rear	--	No
Rear A/C Vents	--	No
Heated Seats - Front	--	Yes
Rear Reading Lamp	--	No
Rear Seat Center Arm Rest	--	No
Cup Holders-Front	--	Yes
Cup Holders-Rear	--	No

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Entertainment & Communication

Touch Screen	Yes	Yes
FM/AM/Radio	Yes	Yes
Navigation System	Yes	Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity	Yes	Yes
USB & Auxiliary Input	Yes	Yes
Speakers Front	Yes	Yes
Speakers Rear	Yes	Yes
Integrated 2DIN Audio	Yes	Yes
Voice Control	Yes	Yes
CD Player	--	Yes
DVD Player	--	Yes

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Exterior

Adjustable Headlights	Yes	Yes
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	No	No
Wheel Covers	No	No
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Power Antenna	No	No
Removable Convertible Top	Yes	Yes
Roof Carrier	No	No
Side Stepper	No	No
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator	Yes	Yes
Integrated Antenna	Yes	Yes
Roof Rail	No	No
Remote Fuel Lid Opener	No	No
Front Brake Type	Discs Discs	Discs Discs
Rear Brake Type	Discs Discs	Discs Discs
Rain Sensing Wiper	--	Yes
Rear Spoiler	--	No

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Miscellaneous

Tacho Meter	Yes	Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter	Yes	Yes
Leather Seats	Yes	Yes
Fabric Upholstery	No	No
Leather Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Digital Clock	Yes	Yes
Digital Odometer	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Driving Experience Control Eco	Yes	Yes
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank	Yes	Yes
Headlamp Type	LED LED	LED LED
Emission Norm Compliance	Euro 6 Euro 6	Euro 6 Euro 6
Advance Safety Feature	--	Hill Start Assist Hill Start Assist

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