1971 Mazda Familia vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,722 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (247 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1971 Mazda Familia. (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1971 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1011 kg more than 1971 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda Familia. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mazda Familia | 2005 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Familia | SL |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 987 cc | 3722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2570 mm |
