1970 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1970 Reliant Scimitar. (123 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1970 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 50 kg more than 1970 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Reliant Scimitar. (267 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Reliant Scimitar. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1970 Reliant Scimitar has manual transmission. 1970 Reliant Scimitar will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1970 Reliant Scimitar | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Reliant | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Scimitar | SL |
Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 267 Nm | 630 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 23 L | 80 L |