2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1949 Morris Six
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Morris Six would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1949 Morris Six. (70 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1949 Morris Six.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Morris Six. (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Morris Six.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1949 Morris Six | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Morris |
| Model | SLK | Six |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2215 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
