2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,972 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. (242 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2009 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (401 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (359 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz SLK | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | SLK | 500 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 359 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |