1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1959 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
| Model | SLK | 211 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2230 mm |
