2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK (355 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. (248 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1530 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK (510 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600. (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | SLK | 600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5439 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 2770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
