1957 Abarth 500 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 495 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1618 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL (630 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 597 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1957 Abarth 500 has manual transmission. 1957 Abarth 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 500 | CL |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 33 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 468 kg | 2086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 5065 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1260 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 90 L |
