1958 Ford 17 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford 17 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM (664 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 605 more horse power than 1958 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM weights approximately 295 kg more than 1958 Ford 17. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM (773 Nm) has 644 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford 17. (129 Nm). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford 17.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford 17 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM | |
| Make | Ford | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 17 | CLK LM |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 664 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 773 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
