1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375
To start off, 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 (310 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 300 kg more than 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375.
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, 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 (651 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (191 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Monteverdi |
Model | SLK | High Speed 375 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 191 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 109.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 95.3 mm |
Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 125 L |