1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 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 593 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM weights approximately 450 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300. 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 667 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1300 | CLK LM |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 664 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 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 | 960 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
