1975 Mazda Chante vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda Chante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda Chante would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 488 more horse power than 1975 Mazda Chante. (30 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1975 Mazda Chante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1447 kg more than 1975 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 590 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mazda Chante. (40 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mazda Chante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda Chante | 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Chante | SL |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 6208 cc |
| Horse Power | 30 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 492 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4592 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2560 mm |
