1967 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2005 Proton Juara
To start off, 2005 Proton Juara is newer by 38 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 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 78 more horse power than 2005 Proton Juara. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2005 Proton Juara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 295 kg more than 2005 Proton Juara. 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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Proton Juara. (94 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Proton Juara.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2005 Proton Juara | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Proton |
Model | SL | Juara |
Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2306 cc | 1094 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2400 mm |