2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1983 Porsche 930
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,297 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 750 kg more than 1983 Porsche 930.
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, 1983 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1983 Porsche 930 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | SLK | 930 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1983 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 3297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 74.4 mm |
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 | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |