2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 (323 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 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 160 kg more than 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500.
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, 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 (450 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 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 | 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | SLK | 500 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 4973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 323 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2050 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |