1966 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2012 Tata Safari
To start off, 2012 Tata Safari is newer by 46 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 2,306 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL (149 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2012 Tata Safari. (135 HP @ 5530 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2012 Tata Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Tata Safari weights approximately 620 kg more than 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2012 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Tata Safari will offer significantly more control. 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, 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Tata Safari. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Tata Safari.
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1966 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2012 Tata Safari | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tata |
Model | SL | Safari |
Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2306 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5530 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1918 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |