2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (208 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (160 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit should accelerate faster than 2004 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, 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit (402 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit 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 | 1994 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | SLK | Silver Spirit |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1490 mm |
