Mercedes-Benz AMG SL vs Tesla Roadster (Original)
How does the Mercedes-Benz AMG SL stack up against the Tesla Roadster (Original)? We put their headline specs side by side so you can see exactly where each car leads.
Mercedes-Benz AMG SL
Tesla Roadster (Original)| Spec | Mercedes-Benz AMG SL | Tesla Roadster (Original) |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower (max) | 585 hp | 288 hp |
| 0-100 km/h (fastest) | 3.6 s | 3.7 s |
| Top speed | 315 km/h | 201 km/h |
| Variants | 3 | 1 |
| Body style | Roadster | Electric sports roadster |
| Generation | R232 | Roadster Mk1 (2008–2012) |
| Production | 2022 – present | 2008 – 2012 |
| Length | 4,705 mm | 3,946 mm |
| Width | 1,915 mm | 1,851 mm |
| Height | 1,359 mm | 1,127 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,352 mm |
Mercedes-Benz AMG SL vs Tesla Roadster (Original): common questions
- Is the Mercedes-Benz AMG SL or Tesla Roadster (Original) faster?
- The Mercedes-Benz AMG SL is quicker, hitting 0-60 mph in 3.4s versus the Tesla Roadster (Original)'s 3.5s (0-100 km/h in 3.6s vs 3.7s).
- Which has more horsepower, the Mercedes-Benz AMG SL or the Tesla Roadster (Original)?
- The Mercedes-Benz AMG SL makes more power: 585 hp (436 kW) versus 288 hp (215 kW) for the Tesla Roadster (Original).
- Is the Mercedes-Benz AMG SL or Tesla Roadster (Original) faster on top speed?
- The Mercedes-Benz AMG SL has the higher top speed at 196 mph (315 km/h), versus 125 mph (201 km/h) for the Tesla Roadster (Original).
- What is the main difference between the Mercedes-Benz AMG SL and the Tesla Roadster (Original)?
- The Mercedes-Benz AMG SL is a roadster, while the Tesla Roadster (Original) is a electric sports roadster. That difference in body style drives most of the others.