1951 Austin A 70 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK (182 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 155 kg more than 1951 Austin A 70. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 70 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 70 | SLK |
Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4135 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2431 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 60 L |