2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 810 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (706 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600. (501 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | SLK | 600 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5441 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 706 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 2770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3910 mm |