1958 Abarth 500 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (621 HP) has 601 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1835 kg more than 1958 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (999 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 967 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 500. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1958 Abarth 500 has manual transmission. 1958 Abarth 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1958 Abarth 500 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 500 | CL |
Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 621 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 999 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 2280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 5105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2954 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 90 L |