1968 Ferrari Dino vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 125 kg more than 1968 Ferrari Dino.
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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ferrari Dino. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK has automatic transmission and 1968 Ferrari Dino has manual transmission. 1968 Ferrari Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1968 Ferrari Dino | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Dino | SLK |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 85 mm |
Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 226 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |