1972 Ford Granada vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Granada would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 479 more horse power than 1972 Ford Granada. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 859 kg more than 1972 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 799 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Granada. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Granada. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1972 Ford Granada has manual transmission. 1972 Ford Granada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Granada | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Granada | SL |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2551 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.8 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 80 L |
