1971 Fiat Dino vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 427 more horse power than 1971 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 720 kg more than 1971 Fiat Dino. 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 (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 780 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat Dino | 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dino | SL |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2570 mm |
