2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1967 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1967 Toyota Corolla. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1967 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 988 kg more than 1967 Toyota Corolla. 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 (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Toyota Corolla. (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1967 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SLK | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1068 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1698 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
