1970 Fiat 125 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 420 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 990 kg more than 1970 Fiat 125. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 699 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 125. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1970 Fiat 125 has manual transmission. 1970 Fiat 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 125 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 125 | SL |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1607 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
