1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 is newer by 14 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 3,823 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 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 520 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
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, 2009 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 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 | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | SLK | 911 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 3823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 293 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 4.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 64 L |
