1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1964 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 920 kg more than 1964 Toyota Publica. 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK (185 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1964 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Toyota |
| Model | CLK | Publica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
