1967 AC 428 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 AC 428 (345 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster 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, 1967 AC 428 (626 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 1967 AC 428 has automatic transmission and 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK has manual transmission. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 AC 428 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 AC 428 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 428 | SLK |
Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7010 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 626 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |