1969 Ford Corsair vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP) has 451 more horse power than 1969 Ford Corsair. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 340 kg more than 1969 Ford Corsair. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 729 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Corsair. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1969 Ford Corsair has manual transmission. 1969 Ford Corsair will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Corsair | 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corsair | SL |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 510 HP |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.7 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 885 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 125 L | 80 L |
