1975 Chevrolet Nova vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chevrolet Nova (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (5 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 51 kg more than 1975 Chevrolet Nova.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chevrolet Nova. (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chevrolet Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chevrolet Nova | 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Nova | SLK |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 5 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2431 mm |
