1964 Buick Electra vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Buick Electra would be higher. At 6,965 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Buick Electra (275 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Buick Electra 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 20 kg more than 1964 Buick Electra.
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.
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1964 Buick Electra | 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Electra | SLK |
Year Released | 1964 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6965 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2410 mm |