1973 Mazda 616 vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 616 would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1973 Mazda 616. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 576 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 616 | 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 616 | SL |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2570 mm |
