2006 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 495 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 810 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 749 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
Model | SL | Valiant |
Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 3678 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 604 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 1000 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 104.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
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 | 2120 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |