2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (104 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass weights approximately 140 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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 (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (251 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1975 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Oldsmobile |
| Model | CLK | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2850 mm |
