1970 Chevrolet Comodoro vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS (563 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 484 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (79 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS weights approximately 501 kg more than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS (649 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro. (165 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Comodoro.
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1970 Chevrolet Comodoro | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Comodoro | SLS |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2470 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 563 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1621 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4638 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1938 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1252 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |