1972 Mazda 818 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda 818. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda 818 would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 536 more horse power than 1972 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 950 kg more than 1972 Mazda 818. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 909 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mazda 818 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 818 | SL |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 1001 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2570 mm |