1972 Ferrari Dino vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1972 Ferrari Dino is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ferrari Dino (193 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL. (150 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 135 kg more than 1972 Ferrari Dino.
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 Ferrari Dino (226 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL. (216 Nm). This means 1972 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ferrari Dino | 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dino | SL |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59.9 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
