1994 Mazda 323 vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1994 Mazda 323 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1994 Mazda 323. (112 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1994 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 205 kg more than 1994 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL (216 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mazda 323. (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mazda 323 | 1968 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 323 | SL |
Year Released | 1994 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1840 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |