2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1966 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Pontiac GTO (366 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (355 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 315 kg more than 1966 Pontiac GTO.
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, 1966 Pontiac GTO (575 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1966 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1966 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | CLK | GTO |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4964 cc | 6375 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 366 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 575 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1400 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2930 mm |
