2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1968 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Suzuki Fronte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Suzuki Fronte 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 490 more horse power than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1619 kg more than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. 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 793 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Suzuki Fronte. (37 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1968 Suzuki Fronte | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Suzuki |
Model | SL | Fronte |
Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
Engine Size | 5513 cc | 356 cc |
Horse Power | 510 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 830 Nm | 37 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2045 kg | 426 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 1970 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.3 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 66 L |