1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (355 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1210 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (511 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 600 | SLK |
Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 511 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 90.5 mm |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 112 L | 70 L |