1955 Abarth 600 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 4,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1955 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 1222 kg more than 1955 Abarth 600. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 406 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Abarth 600. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1955 Abarth 600 has manual transmission. 1955 Abarth 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Abarth 600 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 600 | CLS |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 4965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2860 mm |
