2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1963 Reliant Sabre 4
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 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 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. (70 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4.
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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Reliant Sabre 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1963 Reliant Sabre 4 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Reliant |
| Model | SLK | Sabre 4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
