I see there's some confusion here on how to pick an AMG. Here's a simple formula I use:

1. Pick a body style that works for you (coupe, sedan, roadster, etc).
2. With the selected body style, select the lightest and fastest car (most fun!). Here's a chart to help:

 

sl 65 will beat the slr from a roll. slr is equiped with better tires and a killer bad **** traction control. i've riden in both. dont forget the clk 55, soon to be 63. Ml 63 and R63 (haha) what a joke.ive never seen one of those in person

 

What about the 55's such as an SL55 and an E55... since i have both i wouldnt mind knowing

 

Sure, see updated chart above. E55 and E63 are nearly identical (E63 will walk it slowly over 120). SL55 is slower. Weight makes a big difference in the sporty feel. I drove an SL65 and its weight made it feel kind of boring to own for a sporty car. I suppose someone would choose an SL65 over a 997TT simply because of the SL65's luxury, comfort, style and prestige.

 

Thanks for the update! i picked the SL55 mainly becuase i was tired of stick in chicago (city), no where to REALLY open it up, became uncomfortable after a bit and whatnot - the SL55 imo was a great move, and top down in the summer is priceless - MB kinda has a stigma as for being for trhe older but im in my early 20's and i love the car - the SL65, sounds on paper... insane

 

on a side note: how did the E63 shave 200lbs from the E55?!

 

errrr no it wont.

 

It didn't. See my updated chart. The E63 is a little heavier (Car & Driver says 80 lbs heavier). It's hard to get accurate weight numbers. Car & Driver is measuring about 200 lbs more than Mercedes publishes.

 

They are very close based on Car & Driver tests and other tests I've seen. The SLR is faster simply because it weighs an amazing 700 lbs less than the SL65. That SL65 is pretty darn heavy!