2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2001 Spyker C8
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Spyker C8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Spyker C8 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Spyker C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Spyker C8 (395 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Spyker C8 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 566 kg more than 2001 Spyker C8.
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, 2001 Spyker C8 (481 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (311 Nm). This means 2001 Spyker C8 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 | 2001 Spyker C8 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Spyker |
| Model | CLK | C8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3196 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 481 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1090 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 100 L |
