1948 Austin A 110 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK (349 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 110 weights approximately 519 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK (450 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 110. (287 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 110 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 110 | SLK |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 349 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1980 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 62 L |
