2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1969 Opel Admiral
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Admiral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Admiral would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1969 Opel Admiral. (163 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Admiral.
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 (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Opel Admiral. (233 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Opel Admiral. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK has automatic transmission and 1969 Opel Admiral has manual transmission. 1969 Opel Admiral 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 | 1969 Opel Admiral | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Opel |
| Model | CLK | Admiral |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5461 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
