1969 Buick GS vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Buick GS would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (604 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 535 kg more than 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR.
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, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (770 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Buick GS. (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Buick GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GS | CLK GTR |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 6898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 770 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
