| Model Year | 2020 | 2024 | |
| Model | Mercedes-Benz SL | Audi A8 / S8 | |
| Engine | turbocharged 4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 449 hp@5250 516 lb-ft@1800 |
turbocharged 4.0L V8 Hybrid DOHC-4v 563 hp@6000 590 lb-ft@2000 |
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| Transmission | 9-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
| Body | 2dr Hardtop conv. | 4dr Sedan, ext. | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 101.7 in | 123.1 in | -21.4 in |
| Length | 182.3 in | 209.5 in | -27.2 in |
| Width | 73.9 in | 76.6 in | -2.7 in |
| Height | 51.2 in | 58.3 in | -7.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3959 lb. | 5126 lb. | -1167 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.8 gal. | 21.7 gal. | -1.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 38.3 in | 0.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 59.1 in | -3.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.9 in | 41.5 in | 1.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 38.5 in | -38.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 57.6 in | -57.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 44.3 in | -44.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 42.9 in (over 1 rows) | 85.8 in (over 2 rows) | -42.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 8.5 ft3 | 12.5 ft3 | -4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.5 ft3 | 12.5 ft3 | 1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 Mercedes-Benz SL.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2024 Audi A8 / S8.