2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK (349 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. (177 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 939 kg more than 2004 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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK (450 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500. (432 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1942 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | SLK | 500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 5401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 432 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 120 L |
