1964 Mazda Familia 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 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1964 Mazda Familia. (35 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1964 Mazda Familia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 1465 kg more than 1964 Mazda Familia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mazda Familia. (60 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Mazda Familia | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Familia | SLK |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 782 cc | 3498 cc |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 2205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2410 mm |
