1966 Ford Corsair vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1966 Ford Corsair. (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Corsair.
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 (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Corsair. (101 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Corsair | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Corsair | SLK |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
