SL/R230: SL55 AMG vs. SL500 Specs
01-20-2002, 09:11 PM
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SL55 AMG vs. SL500 Specs
Some 'official' USA version SL-Class specs that came across my desk today. This data may have been previously posted but I've not seen it in writing.
Engine Comparison MY03 SL55 AMG
Power: 469 hp @6,100 rpm
Torque: 516 lb-ft @ 2,650 - 4,250 rpm
Induction: Supercharged
Fuel Injection System: ME 2.8.1
Exhaust System: 4 mufflers
Compression Ratio: 9.0:1
8 mm increased stroke
Matched/balanced crankshaft assembly
Racing-derived lightweight alloy pistons
Liquid-to-air intercooler (Lysholm-type)
SL500
Power: 302 hp @5,600 rpm
Torque: 339 lb-ft @ 2,700 - 4,250 rpm
Induction: Naturally Aspirated
Fuel Injection System: ME 2.8
Exhaust System: 4 mufflers
Compression Ratio: 10.5:1
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Engine Comparison MY03 SL55 AMG
Power: 469 hp @6,100 rpm
Torque: 516 lb-ft @ 2,650 - 4,250 rpm
Induction: Supercharged
Fuel Injection System: ME 2.8.1
Exhaust System: 4 mufflers
Compression Ratio: 9.0:1
8 mm increased stroke
Matched/balanced crankshaft assembly
Racing-derived lightweight alloy pistons
Liquid-to-air intercooler (Lysholm-type)
SL500
Power: 302 hp @5,600 rpm
Torque: 339 lb-ft @ 2,700 - 4,250 rpm
Induction: Naturally Aspirated
Fuel Injection System: ME 2.8
Exhaust System: 4 mufflers
Compression Ratio: 10.5:1
...RAB
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01-20-2002, 10:00 PM
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I'll post SL AMG options later. It's late and I've got to get out of here.
Pricing is not expected to be 'officially' released until shortly before the launch date. Since the SL55 is rather exclusive, I would hope to see something in writing sometime after the new SL500 is launched in March.
I will post as soon as I receive concrete information. ...RAB
Pricing is not expected to be 'officially' released until shortly before the launch date. Since the SL55 is rather exclusive, I would hope to see something in writing sometime after the new SL500 is launched in March.
I will post as soon as I receive concrete information. ...RAB
Originally posted by RootN4U
Any options or pricing for US market yet?
Any options or pricing for US market yet?
01-20-2002, 11:15 PM
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Anyone know why US version is rated at 469 HP while Euro versions are rated at 476 HP??? Is this due to a difference in tuning, exhaust or emission control or just rating system?
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01-23-2002, 10:21 AM
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Nobody responded to the above post....no one have an answer???
As Nabzy said there has been an announced delay in the delivery of the SL 55...posssibly until December...
Other news from factory sources according to the Star:
SL V12 will debut in 2003 with new 5.5 liter twin turbo V-12 spected for 430 BHP....same engine will also begin to appear in the S, CL and Maybach.
As Nabzy said there has been an announced delay in the delivery of the SL 55...posssibly until December...
Other news from factory sources according to the Star:
SL V12 will debut in 2003 with new 5.5 liter twin turbo V-12 spected for 430 BHP....same engine will also begin to appear in the S, CL and Maybach.
01-23-2002, 10:32 AM
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Originally posted by jco-amg
Anyone know why US version is rated at 469 HP while Euro versions are rated at 476 HP??? Is this due to a difference in tuning, exhaust or emission control or just rating system?
Anyone know why US version is rated at 469 HP while Euro versions are rated at 476 HP??? Is this due to a difference in tuning, exhaust or emission control or just rating system?
Not really sure but i think it may be it's the tuning and emission part that the euro has a little bit more hp. Actually this is kind of like the same situation with the newer E46 M3 Us spec is 333hp while euro spec E46 M3 is 346hp.
