1969 Fiat Dino vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1969 Fiat Dino. (180 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat Dino.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat Dino. (216 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat Dino. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 1969 Fiat Dino has manual transmission. 1969 Fiat Dino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat Dino | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Dino | CLK |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.6 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
