2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1964 Ford Zodiac
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 402 more horse power than 1964 Ford Zodiac. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 775 kg more than 1964 Ford Zodiac. 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 639 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Zodiac. (191 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1964 Ford Zodiac | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
| Model | SL | Zodiac |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 2553 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 830 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2045 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 45 L |
