1960 Innocenti 950 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Innocenti 950. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Innocenti 950 would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 570 more horse power than 1960 Innocenti 950. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1960 Innocenti 950. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1220 kg more than 1960 Innocenti 950. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 928 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Innocenti 950. (73 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Innocenti 950. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1960 Innocenti 950 has manual transmission. 1960 Innocenti 950 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1960 Innocenti 950 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Innocenti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 950 | SL |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 946 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 1001 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2570 mm |