1962 Mercedes-Benz SE vs. 1962 Reliant Sabre Six
To start off, both 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE and 1962 Reliant Sabre Six were released in the same year (1962). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Reliant Sabre Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE (118 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE should accelerate faster than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE weights approximately 559 kg more than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. 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, 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE (189 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six. (185 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1962 Mercedes-Benz SE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Reliant Sabre Six.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Mercedes-Benz SE | 1962 Reliant Sabre Six | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Reliant |
Model | SE | Sabre Six |
Year Released | 1962 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2553 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 189 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 816 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 38 L |