1987 Ford Festiva vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (384 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1987 Ford Festiva. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1100 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Festiva | 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Festiva | SL |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 384 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2570 mm |
