2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1966 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 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, 1966 Pontiac GTO (575 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1966 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | SLK | GTO |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 6375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 366 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2930 mm |
