1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 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 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 (248 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 720 kg more than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 600 | SLK |
Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6330 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 248 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2770 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6250 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3910 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |