1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM would be higher. 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 344 more horse power than 2005 Porsche 911. (320 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM should accelerate faster than 2005 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM.
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 LM (773 Nm) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
Model | CLK LM | 911 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 664 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 773 Nm | 370 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |