2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1963 Opel Rekord
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1963 Opel Rekord. (53 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1963 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 340 kg more than 1963 Opel Rekord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK (359 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Opel Rekord. (108 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Opel Rekord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1963 Opel Rekord | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | SLK | Rekord |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |
