2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1965 AC Cobra
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 AC Cobra (267 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
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, 1965 AC Cobra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1965 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1965 AC Cobra | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | AC |
| Model | SLK | Cobra |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
