1957 Lancia Appia vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 441 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1957 Lancia Appia. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (701 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 614 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1957 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1957 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Lancia Appia | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Lancia | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Appia | CL |
Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1091 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 701 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2890 mm |