1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM vs. 1998 Proton Perdana
To start off, both 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM and 1998 Proton Perdana were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM (664 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 528 more horse power than 1998 Proton Perdana. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM should accelerate faster than 1998 Proton Perdana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM weights approximately 165 kg more than 1998 Proton Perdana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Proton Perdana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 LM (773 Nm) has 597 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Proton Perdana. 1998 Proton Perdana has automatic transmission and 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM has manual transmission. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Proton Perdana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM | 1998 Proton Perdana | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Proton |
| Model | CLK LM | Perdana |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 664 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 773 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
