1956 Ford Consul vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK (160 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 301 kg more than 1956 Ford Consul. 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ford Consul | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Consul | SLK |
Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1089 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |