1972 Chevrolet Biscayne vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne weights approximately 307 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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, 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (190 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Biscayne | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Biscayne | CLK |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.2 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1807 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |
