1960 Mazda R 360 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 52 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK (415 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 1960 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1960 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 1230 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK (539 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Mazda R 360 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | R 360 | SLK |
Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Size | 355 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 415 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 539 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 380 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2990 mm | 4102 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1793 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1770 mm | 2431 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |