2004 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1967 Renault 10
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Renault 10 would be higher. At 3,722 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1967 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1967 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 980 kg more than 1967 Renault 10. 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1967 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | SL | 10 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3722 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
