1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 349 kg more than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350. 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350. (287 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 350.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercedes-Benz 350 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 350 | SL |
Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3499 cc | 5513 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 800 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1676 kg | 2025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |