2007 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1980 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Talbot Tagora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Talbot Tagora 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 (616 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 453 more horse power than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (163 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1980 Talbot Tagora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 605 kg more than 1980 Talbot Tagora. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Talbot Tagora. (230 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Talbot Tagora. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 1980 Talbot Tagora has manual transmission. 1980 Talbot Tagora will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1980 Talbot Tagora | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Talbot |
Model | SL | Tagora |
Year Released | 2007 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 2664 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 616 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |