1976 Ford Escort vs. 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1976 Ford Escort is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 2,305 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1976 Ford Escort. (45 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 390 kg more than 1976 Ford Escort. 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, 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Escort. (60 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Escort | 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Escort | SL |
Year Released | 1976 | 1965 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 939 cc | 2305 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 63 L |