1968 Mazda Familia vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1968 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1968 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1108 kg more than 1968 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (460 Nm) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda Familia | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Familia | SL |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |
