1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 96 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | SLK | SL |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.3 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2052 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.6 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 90 L |
