1974 Ford Granada vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Granada would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1974 Ford Granada. (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 45 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK (299 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Granada. (197 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 2011 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Granada | SLK |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4102 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2431 mm |
