1967 Fiat Dino vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 6,898 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (613 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 453 more horse power than 1967 Fiat Dino. (160 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR weights approximately 364 kg more than 1967 Fiat Dino. 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 GTR (790 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 618 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat Dino. (172 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat Dino | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dino | CLK GTR |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 6898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 613 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 790 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 322 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1544 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |
