2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1950 Morris Six
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Morris Six would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1950 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1950 Morris Six. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 981 kg more than 1950 Morris Six. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Morris Six. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1950 Morris Six | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | SLK | Six |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2205 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
