1970 Chrysler Centura vs. 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1970 Chrysler Centura is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 3,533 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1970 Chrysler Centura. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1970 Chrysler Centura. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 110 kg more than 1970 Chrysler Centura. 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, 1970 Chrysler Centura (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL. (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1970 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Chrysler Centura | 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Chrysler | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Centura | SL |
Year Released | 1970 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3533 cc | 2305 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |