1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 90 kg more than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111.
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, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (316 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | SLK | C 111 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2400 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 120 L |
