1989 Ferrari 348 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari 348. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari 348 would be higher. At 3,405 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari 348 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 348 (295 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 348 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 585 kg more than 1989 Ferrari 348.
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, 1989 Ferrari 348 (323 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 348 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ferrari 348 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 348 | SLK |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3405 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.9 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 60 L |
