1968 Bizzarrini GT 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 Bizzarrini GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Bizzarrini GT would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1968 Bizzarrini GT. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1968 Bizzarrini GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 1050 kg more than 1968 Bizzarrini GT. 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 @ 1400 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Bizzarrini GT. (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Bizzarrini GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Bizzarrini GT | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GT | CLK |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2830 mm |
