1985 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (346 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 545 kg more than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK (359 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. (300 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK has automatic transmission and 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 has manual transmission. 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Lancia 037 | SLK |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4102 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1788 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2431 mm |
