2006 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1971 Oldsmobile 442
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile 442. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile 442 would be higher. At 7,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile 442 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile 442. (260 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile 442. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile 442 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Oldsmobile 442. (502 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Oldsmobile 442.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1971 Oldsmobile 442 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
Model | SL | 442 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5506 cc | 7467 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 800 Nm | 502 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 104.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2850 mm |