1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 65 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1035 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, 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
1943 Mercedes-Benz 500 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 500 | SLK |
Year Released | 1943 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5401 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 440 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 5.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2400 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 60 L |