2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1957 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 680 kg more than 1957 Vauxhall Victor.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Vauxhall Victor. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 1957 Vauxhall Victor has manual transmission. 1957 Vauxhall Victor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1957 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Vauxhall |
| Model | CLK | Victor |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4966 cc | 1506 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2500 mm |
