1958 Abarth 750 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL (315 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 750. (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1506 kg more than 1958 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL (471 Nm) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 750. (69 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 750. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1958 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1958 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 750 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 750 | CL |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 471 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3090 mm |
