2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II.
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, 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II (440 Nm @ 1450 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II 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. 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1986 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit II | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | SLK | Silver Spirit II |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1450 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3060 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 25.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 107 L |
