2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (137 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet.
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, 1970 Mercury Comet (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Comet 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 | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | SLK | Comet |
Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2800 mm |