1996 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1955 Plymouth Belvedere
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Plymouth Belvedere. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Plymouth Belvedere would be higher. At 5,956 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL (375 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1955 Plymouth Belvedere. (156 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1955 Plymouth Belvedere. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 510 kg more than 1955 Plymouth Belvedere. 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.
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1996 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1955 Plymouth Belvedere | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
Model | SL | Belvedere |
Year Released | 1996 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5956 cc | 3960 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2930 mm |