1967 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1966 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 2,306 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1966 Simca 1200S. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1966 Simca 1200S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 445 kg more than 1966 Simca 1200S. 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, 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Simca 1200S. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Simca 1200S.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1966 Simca 1200S | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Simca |
Model | SL | 1200S |
Year Released | 1967 | 1966 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2306 cc | 1204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 53 L |