1967 Audi Variant vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1967 Audi Variant. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC should accelerate faster than 1967 Audi Variant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC weights approximately 395 kg more than 1967 Audi Variant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Audi Variant, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC (250 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Audi Variant. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Audi Variant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Audi Variant | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CLC | |
| Make | Audi | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Variant | CLC |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |
