2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1993 Porsche 968
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 968 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 968 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 968 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, 1993 Porsche 968 (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1993 Porsche 968 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 | 1993 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | SLK | 968 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 92 L |
