1965 Mazda Familia vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL (494 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 459 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1965 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 640 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Mazda Familia | 2002 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Familia | SL |
Year Released | 1965 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 782 cc | 5441 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 494 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |