2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1979 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Celica 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 392 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 770 kg more than 1979 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (830 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 615 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1979 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SL | Celica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 830 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2640 mm |
