1967 Marcos 1600 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Marcos 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Marcos 1600 would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (362 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1967 Marcos 1600. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1967 Marcos 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 899 kg more than 1967 Marcos 1600. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (510 Nm) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Marcos 1600. (172 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Marcos 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Marcos 1600 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Marcos | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1600 | CLK |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1652 cc | 5441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1649 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2720 mm |
