1965 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1972 Simca 1000 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 2,305 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 440 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (98 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Simca |
| Model | SL | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2305 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2230 mm |
