1969 Mazda Familia vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 461 more horse power than 1969 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1969 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1305 kg more than 1969 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 751 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Mazda Familia | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Familia | SL |
Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 987 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 830 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 2045 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |