1987 Avanti Avanti vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1987 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1987 Avanti Avanti.
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, 1987 Avanti Avanti (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1987 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 1987 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK has manual transmission. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Avanti Avanti | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Avanti | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Avanti | SLK |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
