2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1969 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (268 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1969 Toyota Corolla.

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 (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Toyota Corolla. (93 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Toyota Corolla.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK 1969 Toyota Corolla
Make Mercedes-Benz Toyota
Model SLK Corolla
Year Released 2007 1969
Body Type Convertible Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3498 cc 1166 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 3 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 268 HP 67 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 510 Nm 93 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 97 mm 75.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 66 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2290 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 60 L


 

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