1980 Kia Brisa vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1980 Kia Brisa. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1980 Kia Brisa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1980 Kia Brisa. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Kia Brisa. (68 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Kia Brisa. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1980 Kia Brisa has manual transmission. 1980 Kia Brisa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Kia Brisa | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Brisa | SL |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 983 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2570 mm |
