2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (362 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 105 kg more than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (381 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
| Model | CLK | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 5736 cc |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2960 mm |
