2000 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1960 Seat 1400
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Seat 1400 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1960 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 690 kg more than 1960 Seat 1400. 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL (316 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1960 Seat 1400 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Seat |
Model | SL | 1400 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |