2007 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 475 more horse power than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. (129 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (1,000 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 783 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | SL | 250 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 2778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 604 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 1000 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 78.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.2 seconds | 12.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |