1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR vs. 1977 Porsche 911
To start off, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Porsche 911 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 308 more horse power than 1977 Porsche 911. (296 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR should accelerate faster than 1977 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Porsche 911 weights approximately 85 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 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Porsche 911. (431 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR | 1977 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | CLK GTR | 911 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6898 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 770 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2270 mm |
