1958 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 735 kg more than 1958 Ferrari 250 GT.
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, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (314 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Ferrari 250 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Ferrari 250 GT | 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 250 GT | SLK |
Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 314 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 60 L |