AMG SL 55 v 911 GTS: ULTIMATE SPORTS CAR REVIEW!

When it pertains to drop-top , it doesn't get much better than the 55 and the 911 GTS.

However what takes place if you're in the market for one and can't choose which to pick? Well, Mat's here to assist you make that choice!

So let's see how the 2 compare, starting with the style. The new SL 55 rolls up with a super aggressive front end, with a big AMG grille straddling the centre with big air vents on either side. It's a bit tamer around the back, however at least you get quad-tailpipes with it. When it comes to the , it has the conventional sloping bonnet up front for that traditional 911 look. The rear end's a bit big, however that's what you expect when you select a convertible.

Something these vehicles both have in common is the quality of the interior. The AMG features its traditional jet engine-style air vents, good-quality products throughout, in addition to a huge infotainment screen in the centre. You'll likewise find carbon fibre trim on the centre console. As for the Porsche, it's likewise made with high-quality products throughout, and in our opinion has a somewhat better construct quality. The dials also look definitely beautiful!

However obviously, it's not everything about style … Sports automobiles need to have performance, and neither of these cars and trucks is lacking because department! The Porsche is powered by a 3-litre twin-turbo flat-six that can provide 480hp and 570Nm of torque. As for the AMG, it's housing a 4-litre twin-turbo V8 under the bonnet that can provide 476hp and 700Nm. Nevertheless, whereas the Porsche just drives the rear wheels, the AMG sends out power to all 4!

When it concerns the cost, the Porsche can be found in at simply under ₤ 125,000, although if you invest ₤ 6,000 more you can get it with AWD. As for the AMG, it's a whole lot more expensive, can be found in at over ₤ 147,000!

So is it worth splashing more money on the AMG? You'll need to stick with Mat and see for yourself!

Chapters
00:00 Introduction
01:38 Style
03:11 Roofs
04:05 Interior
05:32 Practicality
07:42 Engines
09:09 Heated Seats
10:38 Driving
14:47 Decision

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Comments

67 responses to “AMG SL 55 v 911 GTS: ULTIMATE SPORTS CAR REVIEW!”

  1. carwow Avatar
    carwow

    AMG SL 55 v 911 GTS: Which is best? VOTE BELOW!

    1. Matthew Norman Avatar
      Matthew Norman

      We need a Hyundai Getz on this channel day 144

    2. Arthur Wright Avatar
      Arthur Wright

      Can I have both please?

    3. RokastheKing Avatar
      RokastheKing

      911

    4. Hen zo Avatar
      Hen zo

      Mercedes-Benz

    5. Z K Avatar
      Z K

      Not really comparing apples to apples…..where is the SL63?

  2. Aryan Avatar
    Aryan

    Everytime I see a 911 I always predict it’s gonna win

    1. Julian Zwemer Avatar
      Julian Zwemer

      And you’re right every time

    2. layne travis Avatar
      layne travis

      No big surprise)

    3. Gaudi Beats Avatar
      Gaudi Beats

      Bmw fanboys when they see a turbo s :😞

    4. Big duphus AJ Avatar
      Big duphus AJ

      @Gaudi Beats yeah so the exact same face Porsche Fanboys do when they see an SF90 then?

    5. József Papp Avatar
      József Papp

      Except if the right comparison is made: the 911 should fight against the AMG GTC. If we are talking about “sports cars”. That would be also an easy decision. 🙂

  3. Aditya Champawat ✔️ Avatar
    Aditya Champawat ✔️

    Thank you carwow!
    I couldn’t decide what to buy between these two beauties. This video helped me make my decision. I decided to go for Lada Yugo Convertible

    1. Qunas Avatar
      Qunas

      Get a multipla convertible bro you won’t regret it!!

    2. ahha6304 Avatar
      ahha6304

      เกือบแล้ว

    3. vincent mulalo Avatar
      vincent mulalo

      Lol

    4. tim fagan Avatar
      tim fagan

      My neighbor has a cabriolet moped. It’s pretty funky!

    5. Qunas Avatar
      Qunas

      @tim fagan 😂

  4. Junior Architect Avatar
    Junior Architect

    i’m a big Porsche fan but damn, that SL is gorgeous😇

    1. Purwanti Allan Avatar
      Purwanti Allan

      Even so the SL 55 cant match 911GTS. 911 GTS still 9.5/10.

    2. M:ty Avatar
      M:ty

      Couldn’t agree more!

    3. Z Avatar
      Z

      @Purwanti Allan looks only:
      New SL = 10/10
      911 Cabriolet = 8,5/10
      911 Carrera Coupé = 9,5/10
      911 Targa = 10/10
      911 Turbo = 9,5/10
      911 GT3 RS = 8,5/10
      911 GT3 & GT3T = 9,5/10
      911 SC = 10/10
      911 Dakar = 8,5/10

  5. Matt Robinson Avatar
    Matt Robinson

    I love these comparison videos Carwow, keep em coming! 👍🔥

    1. Purwanti Allan Avatar
      Purwanti Allan

      Hope Carwow also do a comparison video between BMW M3 GTR and PORSCHE 911 GTS.

  6. Mr Glee Avatar
    Mr Glee

    Just based on pure looks. I will go for the SL 9 out of 10 times

    1. Purwanti Allan Avatar
      Purwanti Allan

      For me always 911GTS.

    2. REMUS UMA Avatar
      REMUS UMA

      Same. Plus, the 911 has become as common as a Prius.

    3. Joshua Thomas Avatar
      Joshua Thomas

      911 is the icon

    4. REMUS UMA Avatar
      REMUS UMA

      @Joshua Thomas True. But ultimately, these cars are toys you buy for the way they make you feel. So, whichever makes you feel more special is the best.

  7. Z Avatar
    Z

    The new SL is so gorgeous top down, IDC if people disagree

    1. MD-Detailing Avatar
      MD-Detailing

      The SL is much better, the 911s boring.

    2. N911GT2 Avatar
      N911GT2

      @MD-Detailing Never gets boring leaving SL’s behind

    3. Asif Noaman Avatar
      Asif Noaman

      the previous one looked miles better

    4. Lars.v Avatar
      Lars.v

      @Asif Noaman that’s your opinion, but i think 99% prefers the new one

    5. Beinjar Avatar
      Beinjar

      It’s beautiful, also wins in terms of practicality, noise, interior, etc

  8. Cedric Lelie Avatar
    Cedric Lelie

    I really like the sl, but I think it’s a bit too expensive

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    2. Purwanti Allan Avatar
      Purwanti Allan

      SL 55 costed $168.000

    3. Ante F Avatar
      Ante F

      you can get it with a fucking 4 cylinder 😀 and still pay 120k€……..

    4. Hellskitchen 15 Avatar
      Hellskitchen 15

      @Ante F thats embarrasing from amg

  9. Noman's Souls Avatar
    Noman’s Souls

    Germany never disappoints with their converible cars!

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    2. Purwanti Allan Avatar
      Purwanti Allan

      Yep. Germans and UK also.

    3. Abhinamra Jaiswal Avatar
      Abhinamra Jaiswal

      Yep don’t judge I actually prefer German cars over japanese😅.no no don’t fight with me

    4. xWarChiefIxI Avatar
      xWarChiefIxI

      Italy

    5. Big duphus AJ Avatar
      Big duphus AJ

      What? 🤣 they disappoint full stop with their abysmal reliability. Two laps of a small track and these junk heaps are on a tow truck. Porsche now the most unreliable brand on earth. Ohh my how the mighty have fallen🤣

  10. Qunas Avatar
    Qunas

    I already knew that the porche will win, cause Mat loves porche cars 😀
    But still a fun video like always 😀

    1. Purwanti Allan Avatar
      Purwanti Allan

      Setsuna Yuki and Shioriko Mifune also love Porsche cars, Qunas.

    2. Qunas Avatar
      Qunas

      @Purwanti Allan 😳😳

  11. Buzz Avatar
    Buzz

    Mat is secretly a Porsche fanboy 😂 I like both brands, but it was easy to see which one he prefers.

    1. moominpupa Avatar
      moominpupa

      That Porsche interia is not better than the Sl’s.

    2. anMu Avatar
      anMu

      What are you talking about, every non-biased person would go here for Porsche. 911 has more power, 300kg lighter, 15-20k cheaper, more reliable, more premium badge, hold better it’s value and (imo) is better looking. In 10 years 992 GTS will be still worth 100k while that SL will struggle to find buyers around 50-60k. In fact only hardcore Benz fanboys and people who really don’t care about money would buy this Mercedes over 911 GTS

    3. Riptiide Avatar
      Riptiide

      to be fair, it seems like the Mercedes is confused with the SL once again

    4. benoit declercq Avatar
      benoit declercq

      And as he s the expert.. 😁

    5. Beinjar Avatar
      Beinjar

      Fact. That Porsche doesn’t beat SL with anything it’s way behind

  12. M:ty Avatar
    M:ty

    Two stunning cars! 9 times out of 10 in tests between Porsche against anything I prefer Porsche 992:s but in this match the win goes to Mercedes. Such a beautiful car.

  13. David Drummond Avatar
    David Drummond

    Great comparison test Matt. Thank you very much. Love them both to be honest.

  14. HiddenWen Avatar
    HiddenWen

    Personally, would go GTS cuz I like the handling dynamics. But you can’t go wrong with both. The SL is more about cruising comfortably and stylishly, with that roaring V8. Also to add to the bulbous-looking rear end of the 911 cabriolet, this is why I love the Turbo S cab. The rear wing really balances out the rear.

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    2. Charlie Avatar
      Charlie

      100% agreed. Especially comparing the Turbo vs Carrera models. The 992’s rear end hasn’t grown on me, especially when looking back at the beautiful 991.

  15. Female Doggy Avatar
    Female Doggy

    This new SL is so beautiful and mean at the same time. I haven’t driven the 55 but I’ve driven the new SL63 and it’s crazy fun 🔥🔥

  16. Andy Hedley Avatar
    Andy Hedley

    As a serial SL owner, I’m a bit biased… But, the SL just sounds fab-u-lus! And, I think both rear’s look really good – the 911 reminds me of the old 356…

  17. Daniel Shinerock Avatar
    Daniel Shinerock

    Matt has made it clear he is a Porche man in various interviews. The Sl has always been a luxury cruiser. It has/ never made claim to be a sports car that does the best lap time unless we are talking about the 300sl gullwing that did well at that a long time ago.

  18. Jamie Gavin Avatar
    Jamie Gavin

    20 years on the sl55 makes exactly the same power as the old one. Give me the supercharged one all day 😎

  19. Genesis Reyes Avatar
    Genesis Reyes

    I am a Mercedes guy but I am telling you that the Porsche driving experience is just too SUPERB !!

  20. Julian Hawkins Avatar
    Julian Hawkins

    I just love the 911 GTS cab especially with roof down at night. It makes me miss my cooper s convertible I loved driving that at night and all the pops and bangs. Top vid Matt

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