1962 BMW 1500 vs. 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1500 would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1962 BMW 1500. (80 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 717 kg more than 1962 BMW 1500. 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, 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 1500. (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1962 BMW 1500 | 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 1500 | SL |
Year Released | 1962 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 73.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2520 mm |