2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 2012 SSC Tuatara
To start off, 2012 SSC Tuatara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. At 6,932 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 SSC Tuatara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 968 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 SSC Tuatara should accelerate faster 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, 2012 SSC Tuatara (1,042 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 512 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 SSC Tuatara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 2012 SSC Tuatara has manual transmission. 2012 SSC Tuatara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 2012 SSC Tuatara | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SSC |
| Model | CLK | Tuatara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 6932 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 1350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 1042 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1991 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1092 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2667 mm |
