2006 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1975 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Plymouth Volare. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Plymouth Volare would be higher. At 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (605 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 505 more horse power than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1975 Plymouth Volare. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 115 kg more than 1975 Plymouth Volare. 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 (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 770 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Plymouth Volare. (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Plymouth Volare.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1975 Plymouth Volare | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
Model | SL | Volare |
Year Released | 2006 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5982 cc | 3687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 605 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 1001 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2870 mm |