2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1965 Steyr 500D
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Steyr 500D would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (221 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1965 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1965 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 1305 kg more than 1965 Steyr 500D. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1965 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Steyr |
| Model | CLK | 500D |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 1850 mm |
