1956 Abarth 600 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (507 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 466 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 740 kg more than 1956 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 577 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 600. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1956 Abarth 600 has manual transmission. 1956 Abarth 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 600 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 600 | CLS |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 507 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 80 L |
