1956 Rover P4 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,636 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 52 kg more than 1956 Rover P4. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Rover P4. (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Rover P4. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK has automatic transmission and 1956 Rover P4 has manual transmission. 1956 Rover P4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Rover P4 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | P4 | SLK |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2636 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 243 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2431 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 60 L |
