
The Mercedes-Benz SL has always carried the torch for the luxury-convertible market.
It's seen some competition from the BMW 6-Series, which is offered in both coupe and convertible models, as well as a high-performance M6 edition to take on Mercedes' AMG models.
For true sports car performance, the Porsche 911 is available with coupe or convertible body styles, rear- and all-wheel-drive, and several levels of power and handling.
The Maserati GranTurismo and Aston Martin Vantage are the beauties of the group, attractive when in motion and parked.
The Maserati also has a usable back seat, and there's legitimate power in both cars–especially in the top-shelf V12 Vantage.
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Quick Specs | ||||
The 2016 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class offers relaxed luxury and willing power, but delivers nimble moves when called upon. |
The 2016 BMW M6 is a no-compromises kind of car for buyers unfazed by traditional sports car manufacturers. It's better suited for the streets than the track, and that's not a bad thing. |
The 2015 Jaguar F-Type fleshes out its sportscar credentials this year with a manual transmission and all-wheel drive. |
From the satisfying Carrera to the outrageous GT3 RS, the 2016 Porsche 911 is consistently brilliant, and lives up to the this model line's pedigree in every respect—with some modern comforts spliced right in. |
The 2016 Maserati GranTurismo puts a gorgeous wrapper on Ferrari-inspired performance, to stunning effect. |
MSRP From | ||||
$85,050 | $77,300 | $65,000 | $84,300 | $132,825 |
Gas Mileage | ||||
14 MPG City / 27 MPG Hwy | 14 MPG City / 31 MPG Hwy | 15 MPG City / 28 MPG Hwy | 14 MPG City / 27 MPG Hwy | 13 MPG City / 21 MPG Hwy |
Engine | ||||
Twin Turbo Premium Unleaded V-6 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-6 | Intercooled Supercharger Premium Unleaded V-6 | Premium Unleaded H-6 | Premium Unleaded V-8 |
EPA Class | ||||
Two Seaters | Subcompact Cars | Two Seaters | Minicompact Cars | Subcompact Cars |
Style Name | ||||
2-Door Roadster SL 400 | 2-Door Coupe 640i RWD | 2-Door Coupe Manual RWD | 2-Door Coupe Carrera | 2-Door Coupe GranTurismo Sport |
Drivetrain | ||||
Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive |
Passenger Capacity | ||||
2 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 4 |
Passenger Doors | ||||
N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Body Style | ||||
Roadster | Coupe | Coupe | Coupe | Coupe |
Transmission | ||||
Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Manual w/OD | Manual w/OD | Automatic w/OD |
Detailed Spec Comparison | ||||
2016 Mercedes-Benz SL Class vs. 2016 BMW 6-Series | 2016 Mercedes-Benz SL Class vs. 2016 Jaguar F-Type | 2016 Mercedes-Benz SL Class vs. 2016 Porsche 911 | 2016 Mercedes-Benz SL Class vs. 2016 Maserati GranTurismo |