2007 500 SL gets some power!

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With an output of 285 kW/388 hp and 530 newtonmetres/391 ft-lbs of torque, the newly developed V8 engine in the SL 500 offers everything that is expected of a powerful sports car. The eight-cylinder unit has a displacement of 5.5 litres and is one of the most powerful engines in its displacement class. The SL 500 accelerates from zero to 100 km/h in 5.4 seconds (predecessor model: 6.2 seconds). Despite the 26 percent boost in performance, the fuel consumption (NEDC combined) matches that of the predecessor model at 12.2 litres per 100 kilometres.
 
I maintain that the extra 20 grand or so for the sl 55 at 500 hp is worth the cash! I wonder if the 2007 sl 55 will have a proportional increase in power as well!
 
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