1982 Ford Falcon vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (661 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 552 more horse power than 1982 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1982 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Falcon weights approximately 5 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 (1,000 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 772 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Ford Falcon. (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Falcon | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Falcon | SL |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3271 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 661 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2570 mm |
