2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1948 Triumph Roadster
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Triumph Roadster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Triumph Roadster would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1948 Triumph Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 898 kg more than 1948 Triumph Roadster. 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Triumph Roadster. (125 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Triumph Roadster. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK has automatic transmission and 1948 Triumph Roadster has manual transmission. 1948 Triumph Roadster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1948 Triumph Roadster | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Triumph |
| Model | SLK | Roadster |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1776 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
