2003 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1962 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 444 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL (700 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 591 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. (109 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1962 Vauxhall Victor has manual transmission. 1962 Vauxhall Victor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1962 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Vauxhall |
| Model | SL | Victor |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 48 L |
