1974 Ford Granada vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1974 Ford Granada is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (141 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 255 kg more than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 1974 Ford Granada (347 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL. (216 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Granada | 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Granada | SL |
Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5769 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |