1968 Audi 100 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1968 Audi 100. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1968 Audi 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 958 kg more than 1968 Audi 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Audi 100. (150 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Audi 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Audi 100 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 100 | SLK |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1760 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 60 L |
