2000 Ford ST 460 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford ST 460. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford ST 460 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford ST 460 (460 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (409 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford ST 460 should accelerate faster than 2013 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK (540 Nm) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford ST 460. (178 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford ST 460.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford ST 460 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | ST 460 | SLK |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 460 HP | 409 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4146 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2006 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |
