2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1962 Steyr 650T
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Steyr 650T. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Steyr 650T would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK (190 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1962 Steyr 650T. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1962 Steyr 650T. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 925 kg more than 1962 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK (271 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Steyr 650T. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Steyr 650T.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1962 Steyr 650T | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Steyr |
| Model | SLK | 650T |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 641 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1850 mm |
