1998 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Willys-Overland Rural would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (349 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 290 kg more than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL (530 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1958 Willys-Overland Rural | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Willys-Overland |
Model | SL | Rural |
Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5439 cc | 2636 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 349 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.9 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |