1972 Mazda Chante vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL

To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 480 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1465 kg more than 1972 Mazda Chante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (720 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 680 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mazda Chante.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Mazda Chante 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL
Make Mazda Mercedes-Benz
Model Chante SL
Year Released 1972 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 358 cc 5439 cc
Horse Power 30 HP 510 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 40 Nm 720 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 2600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 490 kg 1955 kg
Vehicle Length 3000 mm 4540 mm
Vehicle Width 1300 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1300 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 2570 mm


 

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