1972 Ford Custom vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1972 Ford Custom 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Ford Custom. (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Custom. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Custom weights approximately 409 kg more than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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 Ford Custom (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL. (216 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Custom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Custom | 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Custom | SL |
Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 78.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 65 L |