1960 Austin A 99 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 520 kg more than 1960 Austin A 99. 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 99 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 99 | SLK |
Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |