1961 Cadillac Sixty vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Sixty. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Sixty would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Sixty. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 565 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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, 1961 Cadillac Sixty (582 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (510 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac Sixty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Cadillac Sixty | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Cadillac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Sixty | CLK |
Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6388 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 582 Nm | 510 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2720 mm |