2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1983 Porsche 959
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Porsche 959. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Porsche 959 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Porsche 959 (444 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster 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, 1983 Porsche 959 (510 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1983 Porsche 959 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 | 1983 Porsche 959 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | SLK | 959 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1983 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 444 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 510 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2280 mm |