1977 Ferrari 400 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1977 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ferrari 400 (336 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (268 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ferrari 400 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ferrari 400. (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ferrari 400. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK has automatic transmission and 1977 Ferrari 400 has manual transmission. 1977 Ferrari 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1977 Ferrari 400 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 400 | SLK |
Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4823 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 336 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 422 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 70 L |