1957 Ford Zodiac vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1957 Ford Zodiac. (76 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Zodiac. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 96 kg more than 1957 Ford Zodiac. 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK (234 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ford Zodiac. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ford Zodiac.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Ford Zodiac | 2003 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Zodiac | SLK |
Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 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 | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2410 mm |