1968 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 170 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (185 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Spider | CLK |
Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 69 L |