1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 423 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. (95 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 200 | SL |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 102.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
