2008 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1995 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercury Mystique would be higher. At 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 475 more horse power than 1995 Mercury Mystique. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercury Mystique. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 708 kg more than 1995 Mercury Mystique. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Mercury Mystique, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 821 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1995 Mercury Mystique | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | SL | Mystique |
Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5980 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 604 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 1001 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |