1962 BMW 700 vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 700 would be higher. At 6,898 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (604 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 566 more horse power than 1962 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR should accelerate faster than 1962 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR weights approximately 605 kg more than 1962 BMW 700. 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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (770 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 718 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 BMW 700 | 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 700 | CLK GTR |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 697 cc | 6898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 52 Nm | 770 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2680 mm |
