1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1958 Morris Isis
To start off, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Morris Isis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Morris Isis would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Morris Isis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1958 Morris Isis. (85 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1958 Morris Isis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 735 kg more than 1958 Morris Isis. 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, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Morris Isis. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Morris Isis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1958 Morris Isis | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | SLK | Isis |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
