1969 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 44 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL (423 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1969 Reliant Scimitar. (123 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1969 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 595 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL (700 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Reliant Scimitar. (266 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Reliant Scimitar | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Reliant | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Scimitar | SL |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4612 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2099 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1315 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2585 mm |
