1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR vs. 1973 Nissan Violet
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Violet 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 549 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR weights approximately 604 kg more than 1973 Nissan Violet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (790 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 674 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR | 1973 Nissan Violet | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Nissan |
Model | CLK GTR | Violet |
Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 6898 cc | 1427 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 613 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 790 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1544 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |