1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 6,898 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (613 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 556 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR weights approximately 764 kg more than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (790 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 693 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Triumph |
| Model | CLK GTR | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6898 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 613 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 790 Nm | 97 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1544 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2110 mm |
