2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK vs. 1962 ZAZ Jalta
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 ZAZ Jalta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 ZAZ Jalta would be higher. At 5,459 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 1962 ZAZ Jalta. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 1962 ZAZ Jalta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 625 kg more than 1962 ZAZ Jalta. 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 CLK (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 ZAZ Jalta. (44 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 ZAZ Jalta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLK | 1962 ZAZ Jalta | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | ZAZ |
| Model | CLK | Jalta |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 382 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2030 mm |
