1962 Buick Invicta vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Buick Invicta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Buick Invicta would be higher. At 6,576 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Buick Invicta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM (664 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1962 Buick Invicta. (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM should accelerate faster than 1962 Buick Invicta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Buick Invicta weights approximately 660 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM.
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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Buick Invicta. (583 Nm). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Buick Invicta. 1962 Buick Invicta has automatic transmission and 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM has manual transmission. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Buick Invicta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Buick Invicta | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Invicta | CLK LM |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6576 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 664 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 773 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1960 mm |
