1969 Buick GS vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (605 HP) has 415 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1969 Buick GS. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm) has 605 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Buick GS. (395 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Buick GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GS | SL |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 605 HP |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2570 mm |
