1968 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Verada is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Verada (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 158 kg more than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Verada, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Mitsubishi Verada (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL. (216 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1995 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mitsubishi |
| Model | SL | Verada |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
