1976 BMW 628 vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 BMW 628 would be higher. At 6,898 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (604 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1976 BMW 628. (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR should accelerate faster than 1976 BMW 628.
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 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 628. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 628 | 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 628 | CLK GTR |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 6898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 770 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |
