1968 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada
To start off, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada is newer by 31 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada weights approximately 555 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 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL. (216 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada 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 | 1999 Oldsmobile Bravada | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
| Model | SL | Bravada |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
