2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1961 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Toyota Publica 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 199 more horse power than 1961 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1961 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SLK | Publica |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2140 mm |
