1968 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica is newer by 39 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 355 kg more than 2007 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL (216 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Tata |
| Model | SL | Indica |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 37 L |
