1965 Mazda Familia vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 42 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 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1965 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1965 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1108 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Familia | SL |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 4966 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 90 L |
