1972 Mazda Chante vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 38 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (605 HP) has 575 more horse power than 1972 Mazda Chante. (30 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1972 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 2340 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm) has 960 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm). This means 2010 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 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Chante | SL |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 358 cc | 5980 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 605 HP |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 2830 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 |
