2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1997 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Venturi Atlantique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Venturi Atlantique would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Venturi Atlantique (307 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (228 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Venturi Atlantique 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, 1997 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (300 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1997 Venturi Atlantique 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 | 1997 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Venturi |
| Model | SLK | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |
