1959 BMW 600 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 600 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 720 kg more than 1959 BMW 600. 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 600 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 600 | SLK |
Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 581 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 1270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 2410 mm |