2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC vs. 1962 Steyr 700C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Steyr 700C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Steyr 700C would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1962 Steyr 700C. (20 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC should accelerate faster than 1962 Steyr 700C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC weights approximately 925 kg more than 1962 Steyr 700C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC (250 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Steyr 700C. (40 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Steyr 700C.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC | 1962 Steyr 700C | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Steyr |
Model | CLC | 700C |
Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 641 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 20 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 1950 mm |