1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM vs. 2012 Ford F-350
To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 is newer by 14 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM (664 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 2012 Ford F-350. (385 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford F-350.
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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford F-350. (548 Nm). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford F-350. 2012 Ford F-350 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. 2012 Ford F-350 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK LM | 2012 Ford F-350 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Ford |
Model | CLK LM | F-350 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 5000 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 664 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 773 Nm | 548 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 6269 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2029 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1961 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3967 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 132 L |