1975 Mazda 818 vs. 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1975 Mazda 818 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 2,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL (168 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1975 Mazda 818. (68 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda 818. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 480 kg more than 1975 Mazda 818. 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, 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda 818. (92 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda 818.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mazda 818 | 1971 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 818 | SL |
Year Released | 1975 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1272 cc | 2778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2410 mm |