1972 Chevrolet Biscayne vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne would be higher. At 6,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS (575 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 465 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne.
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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS (649 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Biscayne | SLS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 575 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4638 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1262 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2680 mm |
