1971 Renault 10 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 10 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 471 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1149 kg more than 1971 Renault 10. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 535 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Renault 10 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Renault | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 10 | SL |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4592 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
