1979 Ford Capri vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Capri would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK (409 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1979 Ford Capri. (112 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1979 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 520 kg more than 1979 Ford Capri. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK (540 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Ford Capri. (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Capri | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Capri | SLK |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 409 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 12.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4146 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2430 mm |