2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1998 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 TVR Speed 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 TVR Speed 12 would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 441 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (349 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK weights approximately 845 kg more than 1998 TVR Speed 12.
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, 1998 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1998 TVR Speed 12 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | TVR |
Model | SLK | Speed 12 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5437 cc | 7730 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 349 HP | 790 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 881 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 332 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |