1966 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2007 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Chairman H is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL. (149 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 330 kg more than 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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, 2007 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL. (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2007 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
Model | SL | Chairman H |
Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2306 cc | 2787 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2910 mm |