1972 Chevrolet DeVille vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet DeVille would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille (233 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL. (228 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 6 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet DeVille.
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, 1972 Chevrolet DeVille (495 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL. (272 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet DeVille | 1991 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | DeVille | SL |
Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 2961 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 233 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 80.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2520 mm |