1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo would be higher. At 1,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo (227 HP @ 9000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (161 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 1107 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo.
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 (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo. (211 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo Carabo | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Carabo | CLK |
Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 9000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 62 L |