1969 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1969 Reliant Scimitar. (123 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1969 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 801 kg more than 1969 Reliant Scimitar. 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 S (385 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Reliant Scimitar. (266 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Reliant Scimitar. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 1969 Reliant Scimitar has manual transmission. 1969 Reliant Scimitar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1969 Reliant Scimitar | 2010 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Reliant | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Scimitar | S |
Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2992 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5245 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 3165 mm |