2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet.
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 (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Comet. (249 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercury |
Model | SLK | Comet |
Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4092 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 57 L |