2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne would be higher. At 5,317 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (192 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 374 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (441 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (271 Nm). This means 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1968 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | SLK | Grande Parisienne |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2307 cc | 5317 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.1 mm | 101.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 102 L |
