2009 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1971 Renault 10
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Renault 10 would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 471 more horse power than 1971 Renault 10. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1971 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 450 kg more than 1971 Renault 10. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 535 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 10. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1971 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Renault |
| Model | SL | 10 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 38 L |
