1964 Honda S500 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Honda S500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Honda S500 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1964 Honda S500. (38 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1964 Honda S500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 1372 kg more than 1964 Honda S500. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Honda S500. (39 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Honda S500.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Honda S500 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Honda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | S500 | SLK |
Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 491 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 39 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2052 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3310 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |