1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (305 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 1175 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (370 Nm) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1956 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1956 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1956 Abarth 750 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 750 | CLS |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 370 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2875 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 80 L |