1975 AC 428 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (222 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 300 kg more than 1975 AC 428.
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, 1975 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (510 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1975 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 1975 AC 428 has manual transmission. 1975 AC 428 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 AC 428 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | AC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 428 | CLK |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7003 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2720 mm |
