2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 2,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercedes-Benz S (165 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 170 kg more than 1992 Mercedes-Benz S.
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 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercedes-Benz S. (228 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1992 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CLK | S |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2146 cc | 2599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 82.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2950 mm |
