1966 Mazda Familia vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 5,513 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 436 more horse power than 1966 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1966 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1169 kg more than 1966 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (700 Nm) has 619 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mazda Familia | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Familia | SL |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 984 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1959 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 91 L |
