1990 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1970 Vauxhall Ventora
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Vauxhall Ventora would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Vauxhall Ventora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL (228 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. (122 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 512 kg more than 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL (267 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Vauxhall Ventora. (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Vauxhall Ventora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1970 Vauxhall Ventora | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Vauxhall |
| Model | SL | Ventora |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 54 L |
