1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1942 Oldsmobile 66
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Oldsmobile 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Oldsmobile 66 would be higher. At 3,903 cc (6 cylinders), 1942 Oldsmobile 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1942 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1942 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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.
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1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1942 Oldsmobile 66 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
Model | SLK | 66 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1942 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 104.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3030 mm |