2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1958 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Willys-Overland Rural 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 139 more horse power than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural.
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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1958 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Willys-Overland |
| Model | SLK | Rural |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2636 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
