1963 AC Cobra vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Cobra (271 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (198 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 425 kg more than 1963 AC Cobra.
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, 1963 AC Cobra (423 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (310 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Cobra | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Cobra | SLK |
Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4727 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 423 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4134 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2430 mm |