1959 Land Rover 109 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1959 Land Rover 109. (67 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1959 Land Rover 109.
Because 1959 Land Rover 109 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Land Rover 109 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Land Rover 109. (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Land Rover 109.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Land Rover 109 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 109 | SLK |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2440 mm |
