2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1978 Toyota Century
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Century weights approximately 415 kg more than 2008 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, 1978 Toyota Century (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1978 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | SLK | Century |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 167 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2870 mm |
