1971 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1958 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 2,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL (168 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 380 kg more than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. 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, 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1958 Vauxhall Victor | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Vauxhall |
Model | SL | Victor |
Year Released | 1971 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2778 cc | 1507 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |