1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300. (188 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK (316 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300. (260 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 1999 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 300 | SLK |
Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2962 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 188 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2410 mm |