1967 Ferrari Dino vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK weights approximately 460 kg more than 1967 Ferrari Dino.
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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK (190 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ferrari Dino. (187 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ferrari Dino.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Ferrari Dino | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Ferrari | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Dino | CLK |
Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1987 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 57 mm | 78.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1070 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |