1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1976 Porsche 912
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 912. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 912 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 43 more horse power than 1976 Porsche 912. (86 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1976 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 360 kg more than 1976 Porsche 912. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Porsche 912. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1976 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Porsche |
| Model | CLK | 912 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2220 mm |
