1964 Marcos 1800 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Marcos 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Marcos 1800 would be higher. At 3,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1964 Marcos 1800. (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1964 Marcos 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 936 kg more than 1964 Marcos 1800. 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK (311 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Marcos 1800. (149 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Marcos 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Marcos 1800 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1800 | CLK |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1783 cc | 3196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 774 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 62 L |
