1960 Mazda R 360 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1960 Mazda R 360. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK (359 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK has automatic transmission and 1960 Mazda R 360 has manual transmission. 1960 Mazda R 360 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Mazda R 360 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | R 360 | SLK |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4102 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2431 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
