1967 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 325 kg more than 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL. (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1981 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
Model | SL | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 1967 | 1981 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2306 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 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 | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2960 mm |