1962 Ford Consul vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Ford Consul would be higher. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK (192 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1962 Ford Consul. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1962 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 504 kg more than 1962 Ford Consul. 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK (271 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Ford Consul. (100 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Ford Consul | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Consul | SLK |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1340 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
