1986 Pontiac 1000 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac 1000 would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 454 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 979 kg more than 1986 Pontiac 1000. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac 1000. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1986 Pontiac 1000 has manual transmission. 1986 Pontiac 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Pontiac 1000 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Pontiac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1000 | SL |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4592 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2560 mm |
