2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1978 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,568 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1978 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1978 Avanti Avanti.
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, 1978 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1978 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 1978 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK has manual transmission. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1978 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Avanti |
Model | SLK | Avanti |
Year Released | 2007 | 1978 |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 6568 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2780 mm |