1967 Fiat 850 vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 850 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 623 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 850. (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM weights approximately 678 kg more than 1967 Fiat 850. 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM (773 Nm) has 713 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 850. (60 Nm). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 850 | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 850 | CLK LM |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 664 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 773 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 732 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 60 L |
