1977 Ford Cortina vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1977 Ford Cortina. (123 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Cortina.
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 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Cortina. (289 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Cortina. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1977 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1977 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Ford Cortina | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Cortina | SL |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1298 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2560 mm |