1966 Innocenti A 40 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Innocenti A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Innocenti A 40 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti A 40. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 985 kg more than 1966 Innocenti A 40. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 379 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti A 40. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 1966 Innocenti A 40 has manual transmission. 1966 Innocenti A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1966 Innocenti A 40 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Innocenti | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 40 | CLK |
Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2720 mm |