1955 Abarth 600 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 56 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (432 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1955 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1632 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 646 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Abarth 600. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL 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. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Abarth 600 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 600 | CL |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 432 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2954 mm |
