1957 Ford Consul vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Consul would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 241 kg more than 1957 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK (316 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Consul. (124 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Consul | 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Consul | SLK |
Year Released | 1957 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1702 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |