1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Wildcat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Wildcat would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (474 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1985 Buick Wildcat. (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Wildcat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 435 kg more than 1985 Buick Wildcat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Buick Wildcat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (631 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Wildcat. (551 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Wildcat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick Wildcat | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Wildcat | CLK |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 474 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 551 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 289 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |
