1957 Abarth 500 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 56 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 5,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (503 HP) has 483 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1738 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (830 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 798 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 500 | CL |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 503 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 2183 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1419 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2955 mm |
