1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (311 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500. (240 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500.
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, 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 (401 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. (360 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 500 | SL |
Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4973 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1298 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |