2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,399 cc (8 cylinders), 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 (180 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (160 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1035 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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, 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1941 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | SLK | 500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1941 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2032 cc | 5399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 111 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 5.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 120 L |
