2007 Kia Rondo vs. 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rondo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL. (149 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Kia Rondo (247 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL. (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rondo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Rondo | 1966 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Kia | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Rondo | SL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2656 cc | 2306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 247 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |
