1955 Fiat V8 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat V8 would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 393 more horse power than 1955 Fiat V8. (125 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat V8.
2008 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1955 Fiat V8 has manual transmission. 1955 Fiat V8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat V8 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | V8 | CL |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2960 mm |
