1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 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 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 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 134 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | W 111 | SLK |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |
