BMW 8 Series Convertible vs Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Comparison

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Things we like	Design Plush interiors Driving dynamics Read More	--
Things we don't like	Stiff ride quality Read More	--

Engine Details

No Of Cylinders	8	6
Valves Per Cylinder	4	4
Fuel Supply System	Direct Injection	--
Compression Ratio	10.0:1	--
Engine	4.4 L	3.0 L

Transmission

Transmission Type	Automatic	Automatic
Gear Box	8-Speed	--
Drive Type	4x4	RWD

Performance

Engine Displacement	4395 cc	2996 cc
Power	450	367
Torque	650 Nm	500 Nm
Mileage Highway	7.1 kmpl	6 kmpl
Fuel Type	Petrol	Petrol
Top Speed	250 kmph	250 kmph
Mileage City	13 kmpl	10.5 kmpl
Acceleration	--	4.9 s

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Dimensions & Capacity

Cargo Volume	459 L	485 L
Seating Capacity	4 seats	2 seats
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres)	70 L	65 L
Length	4894 mm	4617 mm
Ground Clearance	124 mm	--
Width	1894 mm	2099 mm
Height	1365 mm	1315 mm
Wheel Base	2855 mm	2585 mm
No Of Doors	2	2
Kerb Weight	2055 kg	1775 kg
Front Tread	--	1600 mm
Rear Tread	--	1604 mm
Gross Weight	--	2115 kg
Front Headroom	--	958 mm

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Suspension & Brakes

Front Suspension	MacPherson Strut	MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension	Multi-Link	Multi-Link
Shock Absorbers Type	Coil Spring	Coil Spring
Front Brake Type	Ventilated Discs	Discs
Rear Brake Type	Ventilated Discs	Discs

Wheel & Tyre

Alloy Wheel Size	18 Inch	17 Inch
Tyre Size	245/45 R18	--
Tyre Type	Radial	Radial
Wheel Size	R18	R17

Steering

Steering Type	Power	Power
Steering Column	Adjustable	Adjustable
Steering Gear Type	Rack & Pinion	Rack & Pinion
Turning Radius	6.0 m	5.5 m
Adjustable Steering Column	Yes	Yes

Miscellaneous

Emission Norm Compliance

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Euro 4

Safety

Passenger Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag-Front	Yes	No
Child Safety Locks	Yes	Yes
Driver Airbag	Yes	Yes
Side Airbag-Rear	Yes	No
Anti-Lock Braking System	Yes	Yes
Brake Assist	Yes	Yes
Ebd	Yes	Yes
Vehicle Stability Control System	Yes	Yes
Rear Seat Belts	Yes	No
Seat Belt Warning	Yes	Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror	No	--
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts	Yes	Yes
Rear Camera	No	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	Yes
Advance Safety Feature	--	Hill Assist Hill Assist

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Security

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

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Engine Details

Valve Configuration

DOHC DOHC

DOHC DOHC

Comfort & Convenience

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

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Entertainment & Communication

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

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Exterior

Adjustable Headlights	Yes	Yes
Fog Lights Front	Yes	Yes
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	Yes	Yes
Manually Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror	No	No
Rain Sensing Wiper	No	No
Rear Window Wiper	No	No
Rear Window Washer	No	No
Rear Window Defogger	No	Yes
Wheel Covers	No	No
Alloy Wheels	Yes	Yes
Power Antenna	No	No
Rear Spoiler	No	Yes
Removable Convertible Top	Yes	Yes
Roof Carrier	No	No
Sun Roof	No	--
Moon Roof	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	Yes	Yes
Chrome Grille	--	Yes
Chrome Garnish	--	Yes
Additional Features	--	LED Daytime Running Lights LED Daytime Running Lights

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Miscellaneous

Tacho Meter	No	Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter	Yes	Yes
Leather Seats	Yes	Yes
Fabric Upholstery	No	No
Leather Steering Wheel	Yes	Yes
Digital Odometer	Yes	Yes
Electric Adjustable Seats	Yes	Yes
Centrally Mounted Fuel Tank	Yes	Yes
Headlamp Type	HID HID	LED LED
Digital Clock	--	Yes

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