1981 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK

To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1981 Ford Mustang. (173 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Mustang.

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, 1981 Ford Mustang (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.

Compare all specifications:

1981 Ford Mustang 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
Make Ford Mercedes-Benz
Model Mustang SLK
Year Released 1981 2007
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4942 cc 2996 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 173 HP 228 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 332 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2700 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4560 mm 4090 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1320 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2440 mm