1948 Austin A 110 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 59 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 110.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 110. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 110 | SLK |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
