1999 Mahindra CL vs. 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1999 Mahindra CL is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 2,523 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mahindra CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL (149 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1999 Mahindra CL. (62 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1999 Mahindra CL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 70 kg more than 1999 Mahindra CL. 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, 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mahindra CL. (165 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mahindra CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mahindra CL | 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Mahindra | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CL | SL |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2523 cc | 2306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3360 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |
