1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1967 Steyr 650T
To start off, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Steyr 650T 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 170 more horse power than 1967 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1967 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 1552 kg more than 1967 Steyr 650T. 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 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Steyr 650T. (41 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Steyr 650T. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK has automatic transmission and 1967 Steyr 650T has manual transmission. 1967 Steyr 650T will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1967 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Steyr |
| Model | SLK | 650T |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1967 |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2052 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1850 mm |
