1950 AC 2-Litre vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1950 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1950 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 56 kg more than 1998 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
1950 AC 2-Litre | 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 2-Litre | SLK |
Year Released | 1950 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 75 L |