1996 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1972 Simca 1000
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1000. (52 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 980 kg more than 1972 Simca 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL (580 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1000. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1972 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Simca |
| Model | SL | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5987 cc | 1118 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2230 mm |
