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AMG SL 55 vs Panamera GTS Sport Turismo

Mercedes-Benz · Porsche

1/4 Mile winner
Panamera GTS Sport Turismo
Beats the AMG SL 55 by 0.02s
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The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the Panamera GTS Sport Turismo beats the AMG SL 55 by a hair, finishing 0.02 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Panamera GTS Sport Turismo thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power
469 hp
473 hp
0–100 km/h
3.9s
3.9s
Top speed
295 km/h
300 km/h
Engine
V8
4.0L Twin-Turbo V8
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
700 Nm
620 Nm
Price
$140,000
$136,900

Simulated race times

Distance
AMG SL 55
Panamera GTS Sport Turismo
100 m
5.239s
5.240s
1/8 mile
7.724s
7.720s
1/4 mile
11.567s
11.547s
1 km
20.562s
20.474s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

Price: Panamera GTS Sport Turismo is $136,900 vs $140,000 for the AMG SL 55 — a $3,100 gap. Top speed: Panamera GTS Sport Turismo runs to 300 km/h, 5 km/h higher than AMG SL 55.

FAQ

Which is faster, the AMG SL 55 or the Panamera GTS Sport Turismo?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Panamera GTS Sport Turismo is faster, beating the AMG SL 55 by 0.02 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the AMG SL 55 vs the Panamera GTS Sport Turismo?

The AMG SL 55 hits 100 km/h in 3.9 seconds, while the Panamera GTS Sport Turismo does it in 3.9 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The AMG SL 55 produces 469 hp; the Panamera GTS Sport Turismo produces 473 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The AMG SL 55 tops out at 295 km/h, and the Panamera GTS Sport Turismo reaches 300 km/h.

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