2005 Bizzarrini GTS vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR
To start off, 2005 Bizzarrini GTS is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR would be higher. At 6,898 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR (613 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2005 Bizzarrini GTS. (523 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR should accelerate faster than 2005 Bizzarrini GTS.
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 GTR (790 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Bizzarrini GTS. (710 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Bizzarrini GTS. 2005 Bizzarrini GTS has automatic transmission and 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR has manual transmission. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Bizzarrini GTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Bizzarrini GTS | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK GTR | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | GTS | CLK GTR |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 6898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 523 HP | 613 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 710 Nm | 790 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
