1964 Vauxhall Cresta vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Vauxhall Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Vauxhall Cresta would be higher. At 6,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS (575 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 435 more horse power than 1964 Vauxhall Cresta. (140 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS should accelerate faster than 1964 Vauxhall Cresta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS weights approximately 416 kg more than 1964 Vauxhall Cresta. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS (649 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Vauxhall Cresta. (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Vauxhall Cresta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Vauxhall Cresta | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS | |
| Make | Vauxhall | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Cresta | SLS |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3294 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 575 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 330 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1207 kg | 1623 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4638 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1262 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2680 mm |
