2010 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 1976 Holden Sunbird
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Holden Sunbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Holden Sunbird would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (101 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Sunbird. (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Sunbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | 1976 Holden Sunbird | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Holden |
| Model | SL | Sunbird |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4582 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1298 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |
