1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant 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 364 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (240 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Valiant weights approximately 109 kg more than 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR.
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 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Plymouth |
| Model | CLK GTR | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6898 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 770 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 102.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
