2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1997 Panoz AIV
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Panoz AIV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Panoz AIV would be higher. At 5,441 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (362 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1997 Panoz AIV. (302 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1997 Panoz AIV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 469 kg more than 1997 Panoz AIV. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (510 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Panoz AIV. (407 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Panoz AIV.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1997 Panoz AIV | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Panoz |
| Model | CLK | AIV |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5441 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1649 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 59 L |
