1965 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 501 more horse power than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM should accelerate faster than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM weights approximately 80 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM (773 Nm) has 553 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider. (220 Nm). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Spider | CLK LM |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2582 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 664 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 773 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 60 L |
