2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1959 Rover P4
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,625 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1959 Rover P4. (92 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1959 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 600 kg more than 1959 Rover P4. 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Rover P4. (168 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Rover P4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1959 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rover |
| Model | SLK | P4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2625 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 52 L |
