1971 Seat 124 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Seat 124 would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 540 more horse power than 1971 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1971 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 911 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Seat 124 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Seat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 124 | SL |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2570 mm |
