1970 Mazda Familia vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 6,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS (575 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 518 more horse power than 1970 Mazda Familia. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS weights approximately 874 kg more than 1970 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS (649 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 568 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda Familia. (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mazda Familia | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Familia | SLS |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 985 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 575 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4638 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2075 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1261 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2680 mm |
