2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1968 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1968 Mercury Marauder. (205 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercury Marauder.
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 Mercury Marauder (453 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1968 Mercury Marauder | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | SLK | Marauder |
Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 7003 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 453 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3160 mm |