2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1995 Porsche 928
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Porsche 928. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Porsche 928 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Porsche 928 weights approximately 162 kg more than 2006 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, 1995 Porsche 928 (408 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (230 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1995 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | SLK | 928 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
