1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 5,512 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 422 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1505 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (830 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 733 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 1000 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 1000 | CL |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 5512 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 90 L |
