1964 Ford Anglia vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1964 Ford Anglia. (40 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1964 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1964 Ford Anglia. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (706 Nm) has 631 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Ford Anglia. (75 Nm). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Ford Anglia | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Anglia | SLK |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 706 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 80 L |
