Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG

vs

Porsche 911 GT2 RS

Germany vs Germany — 2010 vs 2017

Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG (2010)
Porsche 911 GT2 RS (2017)
Specifications
SLS AMG911 GT2 RS (991.2)
Horsepower563 hp700 hp
Torque479 lb-ft553 lb-ft
Engine Size6,208 cc3,800 cc
0-60 mph3.6 sec2.7 sec
Top Speed197 mph211 mph
¼ Mile11.6 sec10.3 sec
Wheelbase2,680 mm2,457 mm
Length4,638 mm4,549 mm
Units Produced12,0001,000
Value (Excellent)$350,000$600,000
Collectibility5/105/10
Rarity7/108/10
The Verdict

Numbers favor the 2017 Porsche 911 GT2 RS (991.2) with more power, quicker acceleration, higher top speed. The 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG offers better value, and has its own devoted following. For those who let their heart decide, either car delivers a rewarding ownership experience.

Overview

In the world of Supercar cars, few comparisons generate as much discussion as the 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG versus the 2017 Porsche 911 GT2 RS (991.2). Both hail from Modern classic and represent the pinnacle of their respective manufacturers' ambitions. The 2017 Porsche 911 GT2 RS (991.2) holds a clear advantage in raw power with 700 hp compared to 563 hp, a 137-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG uses a V8 DOHC 32V displacing 6,208 cc, while the Porsche 911 GT2 RS relies on a Flat-6 Twin-Turbo DOHC 24V with 3,800 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 2017 Porsche 911 GT2 RS (991.2) edges ahead at 2.7 seconds versus 3.6 seconds. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 1,000 units built, the 2017 Porsche 911 GT2 RS (991.2) is considerably scarcer than the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG's 12,000 examples.