2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado

To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 399 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado (519 Nm) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (311 Nm). This means 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 1973 Oldsmobile Toronado
Make Mercedes-Benz Oldsmobile
Model CLK Toronado
Year Released 2005 1973
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3196 cc 7446 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 215 HP 265 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 4200 RPM
Torque 311 Nm 519 Nm
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 104.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 108 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1716 kg 2115 kg
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 5620 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2860 mm 3110 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 91 L


 

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