1977 Tatra T613 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 Tatra T613. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Tatra T613 would be higher. At 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Tatra T613 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1977 Tatra T613. (167 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1977 Tatra T613.
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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Tatra T613. (270 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Tatra T613. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1977 Tatra T613 has manual transmission. 1977 Tatra T613 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 Tatra T613 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Tatra | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | T613 | SL |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2560 mm |
